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THE ATLANTIC & GULF 

Freight and Passenger Line 

VIA SAVANNAH, GA., TO ALL POINTS IN 

Florida, Southern and Middle Georgia, 

Fast Freight Expi'ess, via, Savaimali Steamsliips, to Savan- 
nah, Ga., and Atlantic cS; Grulf, Macon & Brunswick, Jack- 
sonville, Pensacola Si Motoile, Florida Central Railroads 

AND CONNECTING LINES. 

TWO TRAINS DAILY FROM SAVANNAH 

to Jacksonville, connecting with Steamers on St. John's River. 

Shippers are requested to mark all packages — 'Care of ATLANTIC & GULF 
R. R. Agent, SAVANNAH, GA.," and to so state it on Ship's Receipt and Bill of 
Lading. Freight Received and Through Bills of Lading issued by Agent of 
the Line as follows: 

BOSTON TO SAVANNAH, GA., 

DIRECT. The Steamers SEMINOLE and SOMERSET leave on the 10th, 2Uth, 
and 30th of each month. 

F. NICKERSON & CO., Agents, 205 State St., Boston. 

BOSTON via NEW^ YORK TO SAVANNAH, GA. 

Ships daily via BOSTON & PROVIDENCE R. R., and PROVIDENCE & NEW 
YORK STEAMSHIP CO. 

GEO. C. Mv)RRILL, Agent, 77 Washington St., Boston. 

NEW YORK TO SAVANNAH, GA. 
Tlirea Departures per "Week. 

MURRAY, FERRIS & CO.— Ships HERMAN LIVINGSTON and GENERAL 
BARNES, Sailing Wednesdays, from Pier 16, East River. Office Nos. Gl and 62 
So nth Street. 

GEORGE YONGE.— Ships SAN SALVADOR, SAN JACINTO, MAGNOLIA, 
and RAPID AN, Sailing Thursdays and Saturdays, from Pier 43, North River. 
Office 409 Broadway. 

PHILADELPHIA TO SAVANNAH, GA. 

The PHILADELPHIA AND SOUTHERN MAIL STEAMSHIP CO. dispatch 
one of their Steamers, WYOMING or JUNIATA, -every Saturday. Re- 
turning, leave Savannah same day. ^ 

W. L. JAMES, AgSit, -207 Dock St., Philadelphia. 

BALTIMORE TO SAVANNAH, GA. 

One of the MERCHANTS' AND MINERS' TRANSPORTATION COMPANY'S 
STEAMSHIPS leaves Baltimore weekly. 

A. L. HUGGINS, Agent, Baltimore, Md. 

Information given, and Tickets sold by Rail or Steamship to all points in 
Florida, in connection with the "ATLANTIC & GULF RAILROAD." 

J. L. ROUMILLAT, Gen'l Freight Agent, Savannah. 
C. L. OWENS, Gen'l Agent, 315 Broadway, N. Y. 




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SODTHEf GEOI[GIA i FLOpA, 



CONTAINING A BEIEF DESCRIPTION OP 



POINTS OF INTEREST 



TOUEIST, INVALID, OE IMMIGRANT, 



AND HOW TO REACH THEM. 



ARRANGED BY 



J. H. GRIFFIN, 

Passenger Agent Atlantic and Gulf Railroad. 



ISSUED GRATUITOUSLY. 



THIRD EDITION. 



SAVANNAH, GA. : 

MORNING NEWS STEAM PRINTING HOUSE. 
1876. 



Index to Advertisements. 



PAGE 

Florida Curiosities, etc. — E. F. Gilbert, Jacksonville, Fla Back of Map 

Intormation relacive to freight or passage, A. & Gr. R. E 12 

Molina's Segar Emporium, Savannah. Ga 14 

Florida Curiosities — A. L. Desbouillons, Savannah, Ga 14 

Screven House — R. Bradley, Savannah, Ga 16- 

Drug Establishment — Dr. H. Robiuson, Jacksonville, Fla 1& 

Charleston Hotel— E, H. Jackson & Co , Charleston, S. C 20 

Yemassee Eating House — A . E. Owens, Yemassee, S. C 20 

Conner House— Jas. P. Hunt &Co., Live Oak, Fla 22 

Choice Wines, Liquors and Segars— H. H. Fehrenback, Jacksonville, Fla.. 22 

Drugs, Fancy Articles, etc. — N. H Morange, Palatka, Fla 22 

Loans Negociated — Macdonald & Cory, Jacksonville, Fla 24 

Palmetto Factory— George F. Miller. Jacksonville, Fla 24 

McConnell's European House — Mark Apple, Savannah. Ga 26 

Undertaker — D. Ferguson, Savannah, Ga 26 

Wheeler House— Owen Daly, Columbia, S. C 28 

Through Boat for Enterprise— Geo. R. Foster, Jacksonville, Fla 30 

Altamaha Hotel— W. G Norwood, Jesup. Ga 32 

Brock & Coxetttr's Line — W. G. Coleman, Jacksonville, Fla 34 

St. James' Hotel— J. R. Campbell. Jacksonville, Fla 35- 

PaviUon Hotel— Geo T. Alford & Co., Charleston, S. C 3» 

National Hotel— G. W. & E. T. Byington, Macon Ga 40 

The Waverly House — A. Toomer & Co., Charleston, S. C 40 

Isaacs' Restaurant — E. Isaacs, Mecon, Ga 40 

Carleton House— Stimpson, Devenell & Davis, Jacksonville, Fla 42 

Architect and Consulting Engineer— R. N. Ellis, Jacksonville, Fla , . 42 

Commission Merchant — Wm. Hewitt, Jacksonville, Fla 44 

For Enterprise, etc.— R. F . Barker, Jacksonville, Fla 44: 

Real Estate— C. C. Collins, Jacksonville, Fla 46 

Honeymoon Nurseries — L. A. Hardee, Jacksonville, Fla 46 

St. Augstioe Hotel— E. E. Vaill St. Augustine, Fla 4a • 

Arlington Nurseries — Albert J. Bidwell, Jacksonville, Fla 50 

Millinery and Fancy Dress Goods— C L. Keene, Jacksonville, Fla 50 

News and Curiosity Depot— C. V. He' ss, Palatka, Fla , 52 

Carleton House— A. Shally, Palatka, Fla 54 

Brock's Line of Steameis— S. J, Kennerly, Jr., Palatka, Fla 54 

Nurserymen— A. J. Beach & Son, Palatka, Fla 56 

Drugs, Medicine, etc.— T. A. Pacetty, St. Aiagustine, Fla 58. 

Magnolia Hotel— W. W. Palmer, St. Augustine, FJa 60 

Watchmaker and Jeweler — Rolleston, St. Augustine, Fla 62 

Steamer Marion— M H. Rogers & Co., Palatka, Fla 62 

Mitchell House— A. L. Fabyan & Co.. Thomasville, Ga 64 

The Sanford Grant— T. Pear sou, Sanford, Fla 66 

Private Board— Wm . S. J hayer. Enterprise, Fla 68 

Steamer Tuskawilla— S. J. Bauknight, Jacksonville, Fla. 68 

Planters' Hotel— A. E. Carr Savannah. Ga 70 

St. Augustine and Magnolia Hotel Stables— Irwin Bros 70 

Sanford House— J. B. Wistar, Sanford, Fla 71 

Marshall House -A. B. Luce, Savannah, Ga 72 

Private Boarding House— Mrs. J. V. Hernandez, St. Augustine, Fla 73 

Ballard's Curiosity Store— St. Augustine, Fla 73 

St. John's Hotel— P. & H. Petermann, Palatka, Fla 74 

Stables— L. G. Stringfellow, Enterprise, Fla 74 

Commission Merchant— A. J. Hedrick, Palatka, Fla 75 

Ticket Office to all points— Levi J Gazan, Savannah, Ga 76 

Florida Curiosities— P. Linderstruth, Savannah, Ga 76 



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S! This publication is now in its third year, and is placed in the 
«*^ hands of strangers as a reliable gnide to points of interest in 
Sonthern Georgia and Florida, and to bring to their especial atten- 
tion the great advantages offered the tourist or immigrant by the 
Atlantic and Gulf Railroad Company f the only 
all-rail line to Floinda, and the shortest and most direct 
route to Southern Georgia. 

This Road. extends from Savannah, Ga., to Bainbridge, Ga., on 
the Flint River, a distance of 237 miles, with a branch line, 48 
miles in length, from DuPont, Ga,, to Live Oak, Fla., (there con- 
necting with the Florida system of Railroads,) and another from 
Thomasville, Ga., to Albany, Ga., 58 miles, making connections 
at Savannah, Jesup, and Albany with the whole Riiilroad system 
of the country. 

The large amount of money expended during the past few years 
has enabled the managers to place this line in a condition equal to 
that of an}^ Southern Road, and to insut^e perfect facili-' 
ties of transportation. 

Ths latest improvements have been applied in equipping this 
Koad. The Coaches in use were constructed in the Company's 
Shops at Savannah, and are not inferior in comfort and elegance 
of finish to those of any other Road. The Engines of Passenger 
Trains are new and of large dimensions. 

JPidlnian's Palace Sleeping Cars of the latest and most 
improved patterns are in use on this line, and are attached to 
all night trains running through from Savannah to JacU- 
sonville. 

The whole equipment is supplied with the Creamer Safety 
Brake, 



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CONSOLIDATED TIME TABLE 

For Florida Travel, via 

ATLANTIC & GULF RAILROAD, 

From the East, in effect November 26, 1876. 



Leave New York, via Penn. R.R 

. , Philadelphia, via P. W. & B. R.R 

Baltimore, via Bait. & Pot 

Washington, via Bait. & Pot 

Richmond, via Atl. Coast Line 

Wilming ton, via 

Arrive Charleston, via 

Savannah, via S. & C. R.R 

Leave Savannah, via Atlantic & Gulf R.R 

Jesup, via , . . . 

DuPont, via .. .. 

Arrive Live Oak, via .. .. 

. . Tallahassee, via J., P. & M. R.R 

. . Fernandina, via A. G. & W. I. T. Co. R.R 

Cedar Keys, via .. .. 

Jacksonville, via J.P.& M. and Fla. Cen. R.Rs.. 

Leave Jacksonville, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 

Arrive St. Augustine, via St. John's R.R. . . .• 

Palatka, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 

Enterprise, via . . . . 



Leave 



Arrive 
Leave 



Arrive 
Leave 



Arrive 



Leave 
Ari'ive 



New York, via Penn. R.R 

Richmond, via Piedmont Air-Line 

Danville, \'ia .. 

Charlotte, via C. C. & A. R. R 

Columbia, via . . 

Columbia, via Atl. Coast Line 

Columbia, via C. C. & A. R. R 

Augusta, via Port Royal and S. & C. R.Rs 

Savannah, via Sav. & Char. R.R 

Savannah, via Atlantic & Gulf R.R 

Jesup, via .. .. 

DuPont, via 

Live Oak, via .. .. 

Tallahassee, via J., P. & M. R.R 

Fernandina, via A. G. & W. I. T. Co. R.R 

Cedar Keys, via . . . . , . 

Jacksonville, via J., P. & M. and Fla. Cen. R.Rs 
Jacksonville, via Brock & Coxetter's Line. . . . . 

St. Augustine, via St. John's R.R 

Palatka, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 

Enterprise, via . . . . 



Leave New York, via Penn. R.R 

Baltimore, A^ia Bait. & Pot. R.R 

Baltimore, via B. & O. R.R , 

Washington, via B. & P. R.R 

Alexandria, via Va. Midland 

Arrive Danville, via Va. Midland 

Arrive Savannah, via Port Royal and S. & C. R.Rs. . 
Leave Savannah, via Atlantic & Gulf R.R 

Jesup, via . . . . 

Leave DuPont, via Atlantic k Gulf R.R 

Arrive Live Oak, via . . . . 

Tallahassee, via J., P. & M.'R.R 

.. Fernandina, via A. G. & W. I. T. Co. R.R 

Cedar Keys, via . . . . 



*6 05 


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*9 


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*12 


20 


A.M. 


*2 


15 




*8 


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*8 05 


P.M. 


*6 


15 A.M.I 


*4. 


30 


P.M.I 


*4 45 




*8 


15 




*1 


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A.M. 


*4 


10 




6 


20 


P.M. 


*10 55 


A.M. 


*6 


20 


P.M. 


*11 


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A.M. 


11 


15 


A.M. 


4 


15 


P.M. 


6 


35 




10 00 


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*6 


05 


P.M. 


*7 


50 


A.M. 


2 


59 


P.M. 


*iO 


55 




4 


40 


A.M. 


5 


10 




5 


10 




*9 


30 




*4 


30 


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*4 


45 




*8 


15 




*1 


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A.M. 


*4 


10 




6 


20 


P.M. 


*10 


55 


A.M. 


*6 


20 


P.M. 


*11 


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A.M. 


11 


15 


A.M 


4 


15 


A.M. 


6 35 




10 


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2 


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10 


15 




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12 


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*4 45 




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*4 10 


A.M. 


6 


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*10 55 


A.M. 


*6 20 


P.M. 1 



*8 35 A.M. 
12 20 P.M. 

3 00 .. 

5 40 .. 

11 00 . . 

12 40 . . 

10 30 .. 

7 00 A.M. 

8 30 ,. 

11 15 ,, 
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5 20 .. 



10 20 
2 00 
8 15 
7 30 



2 00 P.M. 
8 15 .. 
7 30 ., 



*Daily trains. Other trains daily except Sunday. 



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Consolidated Time Table. — Continued. 



Arrive Jacksonville, via J. P. & M. and Fla. Cen. R. Es 


*11 00 A.M. 1 






Leave Jacksonville, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 


11 15 A.M. 


2 00 


P.M. 


Arrive St. Aiigiistiue, via St. Jolin's E. R 


4 15 P.M. 


8 15 


.. 


Palatka via Brock & Coxetter's Line 


6 35 .. 


7 30 




Enterprise, via . . .. 


10 00 A.M. 






Leave New York, via Penn. E.E 


8 35 A.M. 








4 00 P.M. 






Portsmouth, via S. & E. E.E 


*5 50 a.m. 








*8 05 p.m. 






Arrive Charleston, via 


*6 15 a.m. 






Savannah, via S. & C. E.E 


*4 30 p.m. 






Leave Savannah via Atlantic & Gulf E.E 


*4 45 ,. 








*8 15 ., 








*1 00 a.m. 








*4 10 . . 






Arrive Tallahassee, via J., P. & M. E.E 


6 20 P.M. 






. . Fernandina, via A. G. & W. I. T. Co. E.E 


*10 55 a.m. 






Cedar Kevs. via .. .. 


*6 20 p.m. 






Jacksonville, via J., P. & M. and Fla. Cen. E.Es 


*11 00 A.M. 






Leave Jacksonville, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 


*11 15 a.m. 


2 00 


P.M. 


Arrive St Aucrustine via St. John's E.E 


4 15 P.M. 


8 15 




Palatka, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 


6 35 .. 


7 30 






10 00 A.M. 










Leave New York, via Penn. E.E 


*6 05 P.M. 






Augusta, via Ga. Central E.E 


*9 30 A.M. 






Arrive Savannah, via .. 


*5 25 P.M. 






Leave Savannah, via Atlantic & Gulf E.E 




8 30 


A.M. 






11 15 




DuPont via ,. .. 




3 00 
5 20 


P.M. 


Arrive Live Oak, via . . . . 




Jacksonville, via J., P. & M. Fla. Cen. E. Es. . . 




10 20 


.. 



*Daily trains. Other trains daily except Sunday. 



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CONSOLIDATED TIME TABLE FOR FLORIDA TRAVEL, VIA 

/TLANTlC/p GULF R/ILROyiD FI[OM THE WEST. 



Leave Chicago, via Kankakee Line 

St. Louis, via Iron M. E. E 

Cincinnati, via L. C. & L. E. E , 

.. Louisville, via L. N. & Gt. S. E. E 

.. NaslivHle. via N. C. & St. L. E. E , 

.. Memphis, via M. & C. E. E 

Chattanooga, via W. &. A. E. E 

Atlanta, via Ga. Cent. E. E 

. . Macon, via M. & B. E. E 

Jesup, via Atlantic & Gulf JR. E 

DuPont, via .. , 

Arrive Live Oak, via .. .. 

Jacksonville, via J., P. & M. & Fla. Cen. E. E . 




Leave Atlanta, via Ga. Cent. E. E 

Macon, via . . 

Savannah, via Ga. Cent. E. E 

Savannah, via Atlantic & Gulf E. E. 
Jesiip, via 
DuPont, via 
Live Oak, via 

Tallahassee, via J., P. & M. E. E 

Fernandina, via A. G. & W. I. T. Co. E. 
Cedar Keys via . . . . . . . . 

Jacksonville, via J., P. & M. & Fla. Cent. E. 
Jacksonville, via Brock & Coxetter's Line. . 

St. Augustine, via St. John's E. E 

Palatka, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 

Enterprise, via Brock & Coxetter's Line . . . 



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Atlanta, via Ga. E. E , 

Augusta, via Port Eoyal E. E 

Savannah, via Atlantic & Gulf E. E 

Jesup, via .. .. 

Du Pont, via . . . . 

Arrive Live Oak, via . . . . 

Tallahassee, via J., P. & M. E. E 

Fernandina, Ada A. G. & W. I. T. Co. E. E 

Cedar Keys, via . . . . 

JacksonAQlle, via J. P. & M. & Fla. Cent. E. E. 

JacksouAdlle, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 

St. Augustine, via St. John's E. E 

Palatka, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 

Enterprise, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 



Leave 
Arrive 



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30 p.m. 
00 a.m. 
00 a.m. 
45 p.m. 
15 p.m. 
00 a.m. 
10 a.m. 
20 p.m. 
55 a.m. 
20 p.m. 
00 a.m. 
15 a.m. 
15 p.m. 
35 p.m. 
00 a.m. 



30 p 
30 a 
45 p 
15 p 
00 a 
10 a 
20 p 
55 a, 
20 p, 
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15 a, 
15 p. 
35 p. 
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Leave 



Chicago, via Kankakee Line 

St. Louis, via DuQuoin 

Cincinnati, via L. C. & L. E. E 

. . Louisville, via L. N. & Gt. S. E. E 

Nashville 

. . Montgomery, via Mont. & Euf. E. E 

Eufaula, via Ga. Cent. E. E 

Albany, via Atlantic & Giilf E. E 

Thomasville, via .. .. 

DuPont, via . . . . 

Arrive Live Oak, via . . . . 1 

. . Tallahassee, via J., P. & M. E. E 

. . Fernandina, via A. G. & W. I. T. Co. E. E 

Cedar Keys, via . . . . . . ! 

Jacksonville, via J. P. &. M. & Fla. Cent. E.Esj 

Jacksonville, via Brock & Coxetter's Line I 

St. Augustine, via St. John's E. E 

Palatka, via Brock & Coxetter's Line I 

Enterprise, via .. ., I 

*Daily trains. Other trains daily except Sunday. 



Leave 
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25 p.m. 

00 a.m. 
15 a.m. 
05 p.m. 
35 a.m. 
30 p.m. 
00 p.m. 
45 p.m. 
00 a.m. 
10 a.m. 
20 p.m. 
55 a.m. 
20 p.m. 
00 a.m.! 
15 a.m. I 
15 p.m. I 
35 p.m.! 
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10 15 a.m. 
9 10 a.m. 

*8 10 p.m. 

12 25 a.m. 

8 35 a.m. 

*12 60 a.m. 

*4 20 p.m. 

*10 30 p.m. 

3 45 a.m. 

11 15 a.m. 
3 00 p.m. 
5 20 p.m. 

10 20 p.m. 



2 00 p.m. 
8 15 p.m. 
7 30 p.m. 



2 00 p.m. 
8 15 p.m. 
7 30 p.m. 



2 00 p.m. 
8 15 p.m. 
7 30 p.m. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEOEGIA AND FLOEIDA. 



FROM FLORIDA TO THE EAST, 

Via ATLANTIC & GULF RAILROAD, 



Leave Enterprise, via Brock h Coxetter's Line 

Palatka, via .. .. 

St Aufustine via St. Jolin's R.R 


7 00 a.m. 

7 45 .. 
*3 10p.m. 
*7 30 a.m. 
*5 20 . . 
11 25 . . 
=»9 50 p.m. 
*6 20 a.m. 
*9 45 . . 


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00 a.m. 
00 p.m. 
15 .. 


•Jacksonville, via J.,P.& M. and f la. Cen. R.E.S 

Cedar Keys, via A. G-. & W. I. T. Co. R.R 

Fernandina, via . . . . 

Tallahassee, via J., P. & M. R.R 

Live Oak via Atlantic & Gnlf R.R 


45 a.m, 

55 p.m.. 
40 .. 
45 .. 


Jesnp, via . . . . 

Arrive Savannah via . . , . 






Leave Savannah, via S. & C. R.R 

An-ive Charleston, via S. & C. R.R 

Wilmini^ton via Atl. Coast Line 


*10 00 a.m. 

*5 30 p.m. 

7 25 a.m. 

*7 50 p.m. 

1 13 a.m. 

3 15 .. 

6 20 .. 
9 35 .. 


10 
6 
5 

7 
2 

2 

6 

10 


00 p.m. 
00 a.m.. 
50 p.m.. 
00 a.m.. 
00 p.m.. 

40 .. 


Richmond, via 

Washington, via R. F. & P. and A. & F. R.R.. . 

Baltimore, via Bait. & Pot. R.R 

Baltimore via B. & 0. R.R 


Philadelphia, via P. W. & B. R.R 

New York via Penn. R.R 


50 .. 
00 .. 






Leave Savannah, via S. & C. R.R 

Arrive' Augusta via Port Roval R.R 


*10 00 a.m. 
*5 00p.m. 
10 00 . . 
10 00 . . 
10 22 .. 
*4 40 a.m. 
12 28p.m. 
7 45 .. 
9 35 a.m. 






Columbia 




Leave Columbia, via Atl. Coast Line 




Columbia, via C. C. & A. R.R 

Arrive Charlotte via . . . . 




Danville 




Richmond, via Piedmont Air-Line 




New York, via Penn. R.R 




Leave Savannah, via S. & C. R.R 

Arrive Danville 


*10 00 a.m. 
12 28 p.m. 
6 00 a.m. 
6 42 . . 

8 50 .. 

9 45 .. 
4 05 p.m. 




Alexandria, via Va. Midland R.R 




Washington, via B. & Pot. R.R 




Baltimore, via B. & 0. R.R 

Baltimore, via B. & P. R.R 

New York, via Penn. R.R 




Leave Savannah, via S. & C. R.R 

Arrive Wilmington via Atl. Coast Line 


*10 00 a.m. 

7 25 .. 
6 30 p.m. 

8 30 a.m. 
4 05 p.m. 




Portsmouth, via S. & R. R.R 

Baltimore, via Bav Line 




New York, via Penn. R.R 




Leave Savannah, via G-a. Central R.R 


9 20 a.m. 
4 45 p.m. 
9 35 a.m. 




Arrive Augusta 




New York, \da Penn. R.R 





*Daily trains. Other trains daily except Sunday. 



10 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 



FROM FLORIDA TO THE WEST, 
Via ATLANTIC & GULF RAILROAD. 



Leave Enterprise, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 

Palatka, via . . . . 

St. Augustine, via St. John's R.K 

Jacksonville, via Fla. Cen. and J., P. & M. R.Es 

Fernandina, via A. G. & W. I. T. Co. R.R 

Live Oak, via Atlantic & Gulf R.R 

DuPont, via . . . . „ 

Arrive Jesup, via . . . . 

Macon, via M. & B. R.R 

Atlanta, via Ga. Central R.R 

Chattanooga, via W. & A. R.R 

Memphis, via M. & C. R.R 

.. Nashville, via N. C. & St. L. R.R 

Louisville, via L. N. & Gt. S. R.R 

Cincinnati, via L. C. & L. R.R 

St. Louis, via Iron M. R.R ■ 

Chicago, via Kankakee Line 

Leave Palatka, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 

St. Augustine, via St. John's R.R 

Jacksonville, via Fla. Cen. and J., P. & M. R.Rs 

Cedar Keys, via A. G. & W. I. T. Co. R.R 

Tallahassee, via J., P. & M. R.R 

Arrive Savannah, via Atlantic & Gulf R.R 

Macon, via Ga. Central R.R 

Atlanta, via . . 

Leave Palatka, via Brock & Coxetter's Line 

St. Augustine, via St. John's R.R 

Jacksonville, via Fla. Cen. and J.. P. & M. R.Rs 

Cedar Keys, via A. G. & W. I. T. Co. R.R 

Tallahassee, via J. P. & M. R.R 

Arrive Savannah, via Atlantic & Gulf R.R 

Augusta, via Port Royal R.R 

Atlanta, via Georgia R.R 

Leave Palatka, via Brock & Coxetter's Line. 

St. Aiigiistine, via St. John's R.R 

Jacksonville, via Fla.Cen. and J., P. & M. R.Rs 
. . Cedar Keys, via A. G. & W. I. T. Co. R. R 

Tallahassee, via J. P. & M. R.R 

Live Oak, via Atlantic & Gulf R.R 

DuPont, via . . . . 

Thomasville, via . . . . 

Arrive Albany, via . . . . 

Eufaula, via Ga. Central R.R 

Montgomery, via Mont. & Euf. R.R 

Nashville 

. . Louisville, via L. N. & Gt. S. R.R 

Cincinnati, via L. C. & L. R.R 

St. Louis, via DuQuoin 

Chicago, via Kankakee Line 

*Daily trains. Other trains daily except Sunday. 





5 


00 a.m. 




6 


00 p.m. 




4 


15 .. 




7 


45 a.m. 




*5 


20 .. 




12 


55 p.m. 




3 


00 .. 




6 


20 .. 




1 


30 a.m. 




6 


40 .. 




12 


30p.m. 




8 


00 a.m. 




7 


40 p.m. 




3 


30 a.m. 




7 


25 .. 




5 


00 p.m. 




7 


50 .. 


7 00 a.m. 






7 45 .. 






*3 10 p.m. 






*7 30 a.m. 






11 25 . . 






*9 45 . . 






1 30 .. 






6 50 .. 






7 00 a.m. 




7 45 .. 






*3 10p.m. 






*7 30 a.m. 






11 25 . . 






*9 45 . . 






*5 00p.m. 






5 25 a.m. 






7 00 a.m. 




7 45 .. 






*3 10p.m. 






*7 30 a.m. 






11 25 .. 






*9 50 p.m. 






*1 20 a.m. 






*5 45 p.m. 






■■no 00 a.m. 






3 21p.m. 






3 50 .. 






8 00 a.m. 






3 40 p.m. 






8 00 .. 






6 10 a.m. 






7 20 . . 







GUIDE TO SOUTHEEN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 11 

CONNECTIONS. 

At Savannah with Savannah and Charleston and Central (Ga.) 
Eailroads, and Steamship Lhies for BostoD, New York, Philadel- 
phia, and Baltimore. 

At Jesup with Macon and Brunswick Railroad, for Brunswick,. 
Darien, Hawkinsville, Macon, and points North and Southw^est. 

At Way Cross with Brunswick and Albany Kailroad. 

At DuPont with Florida Division. 

At Thomasville with Albany Division. 

At Albany with Southwestern Railroad for Macon, Eufaula^ 
Columbus, and points West and Southwest via Montgomery, Ala. 

At Bainbridge with Mail Steamers for Columbus, Apalachicola, 
and all landings on Chattahoochee River. 

NOTES. 

Double Daily Trains to Florida during the season. 

Pullman's Palace Sleeping Cars run through from Savannah,. 
Ga., and from Louisville, Ky., via Atlanta, Macon and Jesup, 
Ga., and via Montgomery, Ala., and Albany, Ga., to Jackson- 
ville, Fla. 

No change of Cars between Savannah and Jacksonville or AU 
bany. 

Passengers for Tallahassee change Cars at Live Oak. 

Passengers for Bainbridge change Cars at Thomasville. Steamers, 
for all points on River leave Bainbridge once a week. 

Passengers for Brunswick take Day Train from Savannah^ 
arriving at Brunswick 2:00 p. m. (Sundays excepted.) Leave 
Brunswick (Sundays excepted) 3:30 p. m., making close connec- 
tions at Jesup with Day Train for Savannah. 

Passengers from Macon by M. & B. R. R. Train leaving Macon 
at 3:45 a. m. (Sundays excepted,) connect at Jesup with Day 
Train going West. 

Day Train coming East makes close connection at Jesup with 
M. & B. R. R. Train, arriving at Macon (Sundays excepted) at 
1:50 p. m. ^ 

At Baldwin close connection is made with the A., G. & W. L T. 
Co.'sE. R. f or Fernandina, Gainesville, and Cedar Keys. Steamers 
of the New Orleans and Havana Line leave Cedar Keys every 
Saturday morning for Tampa, Key West, Havana, and New 
Orleans. To connect with these steamers leave Savannah on 
Thursday's Train. 



12 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEOEGIA AND ELOEIDA. 



Steamers leave Jacksonville daily for points on St. Jolin's River 
as far as Palatka, and for Enterprise, daily except Sunday, making 
close connections with trains to and from Savannah and St. 
Augustine. 



KELA.TIVE TO 



FfeijH or Passage if tlie Mlaotic and Golf Railroad, 



THROUG-H TICKETS TO ALL POINTS, 



r^^AND;::^-* 



It^mmwwMm Q&m ^tQmmsi 



Can be obtained at Office, 22 Bull St,, 



STATIONS AND POINTS OF lf(TEREST 

ON THE 

ATLANTIC & GULF RAILROAD. 



Savannah, Chatham county, Ga., the eastern terminus of the 
Road, is the principal city of the State, situated on river of same 
name, 18 miles from the sea, v^ith a capacious and Avell-protected 
harbor, with from 17 to 2! feet of water at liigh and low tide. 
Improvements are now being made in the river with a view to 
obtaining deptn sufficient for any vessel. 

Savannah has a population of from 30,000 to 32,000 inhabitants. 
It is the second largest cotton port in the United States, while its 
shipments of lumber and naval stores are immense. It is anques- 
tionably the handsomest city in the South. Laid out with broad 
streets, closely shaded by beautiful trees that are green the year 
round, it has justly obtained the soubriquet of the "Forest City." 

The city has ample transportation facilities : the Savannah and 
Charleston Railroad connecting Charleston and the North; the 
Central (Georgia) to Augusta, Atlanta, and the North and West, 
while the Atlantic and Gulf Railroad opens up the rich and grow- 
ing sections of South Georgia and the whole State of Florida. 
There are three lines of first-class steamers making tri-weekly 
trips to New York, with weekly lines to Baltimore, Philadelphia, 
and Boston. 

It has some manufacturing interests, viz: a cotton factory, 
cotton batting mill, paper mills, rice mills, foundries, and machine 
shops. 

The free school system is admirably arranged. Especial atten- 
tion has been given to its sanitary condition. Comparative state- 
ments show it to be one of the healthiest cities in the Soiith. The 
climate is better suited to some invalids than points further South. 
AVith its excellent hotel accommodations, travelers will always 
find a sojourn here pleasant. 

Forsyth Park, 20 acres in area, is an attractive resort; the 
shade trees in it, composed mostly of pines, are of the natural 




14 GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEOEGIA AND FLORIDA. 

COENEE OP BULL AND STATE STEEETS, 
SAVANNAH, - - GEORGIA. 

Choice Imported and Domestic Segars, popular brands of 
Smoking and Chewing Tobaccos, and fine assortment of Smokers' 
Articles generally. 

The latest Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Publications received 
by every mail. 

A complete assortment of Florida and Georgia Stereoscopic 
Views, 

Drop in and you will be sure to find anything in his line you 
may wish. 




RIOSITIES, 



ORANGE CANES, SEA BEANS, 

Allig-ators' Teeth mounted in Sleeve Buttons, Ear Rings, Sets, Etc. 

SHELL AIB FISH SCALE JEWELIRY 

KEADT MADE AND TO OEDEE, AT THE 

JE\)^ELRY ESTABLISHMENT 



21 BULL STEEET, OPPOSITE SOEEYEN HOUSE, 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 16 

growth of the forest. In the centre is a beautiful fountain, after 
the style of those in the Place de la Concord, in Paris. The walks 
are prettily arranged and covered with shell. 

In the rear of the Park is a large enclosure, known as the Parade 
Ground or Park Extension, which has been somewhat improved 
by planting shade trees, laying out walks, etc. The Confederate 
Monument^ recently erected here by the Ladies' Memorial Associa- 
tion, in point of beauty of desiga and finish, compares favorably 
with any in the South. The corner stone was laii on June 16th, 
1874, with Masonic ceremonies, Grand Master Irwin ofhciating, all 
the military force of the city being present. 'Uie monument was 
built after a design furnished by Mr. K. Reid, or^Iontreal, Canada. 
It stands about fifty feet in height, from base to crown of marble 
figure on top. On the corners are pedestals, each supporting a 
life-size marble statue of a soldier on guard. On the base of the 
pilasters are appropriate mottoes; on the front panel is a figure 
representing the Soutn mourning ; the rear panel shows another 
figure of military character; the side panels bear inscriptions : on 
one is "To the Confederate Dead;" on the other, " Come from 
the four winds, O Breath, and breathe upon these slain, that they 
may live." — E^ek. xxxii, 9. Above these panels, a cornice sup- 
ports figi;res representing ' ' Peace and Hope ; " above this is a 
statue representing "Silence." On the topmost panel rests the 
crowning figure of " Resurrection. " The whole beautifully carved, 
and cost when completed $25,000. 

Bonaventure Cemetery, 3 miles from the city, only fifteen 
minutes' ride by the Coast Liine Kailroad, is one of the loveliest 
spots in the country ; long avenues, arched by the branches of 
great live oak trees, from which an immense quantity of gray 
moss sweeps, adding much to the solemnity of the place. Bona- 
venture derives its name from the original tract of which it formed 
a part, and which was settled about 1670 by Colonel John 
Mulryne. By the marriage of his daughter in 1761 to Josiah 
Tatnall, of Charleston, it came in possession of the latter family. 
This marriage is said to have been the occasion of the planting 
of the trees which adoi-n the place. It is said that they were 
planted in the forms of the letters M and T, the initials of the 
bride's and groom's respective family names. 

Thunderbolt, the terminus of the Coast Line Railroad, 4 miles 
from the city. 

Isle of Hope and Montgomery, on the S., S. & 8. R. R., distant 



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i&UmE TO SOUTHEEN GEOEGIA AND FLOEIDA. 

€BiEYiEi mmm 




H. BRADLEY, Proprietpr. 



This long and favorable known House, pleasantly situated on 
Johnson Square, is considered the leading first-class Hotel in 
Savannah, as demonstrated by its receiving the majority of 
the first-class travel coming to this city. Its organization in all 
its departments being complete, the table supplied at all times 
with the best the Northern and home markets afford, and having 
attached a first-class Bar room, Billiard Room, Barber Shop, and 
Bathing Saloon, with all departments filled with capable, polite, 
and attentive Superintendents and Servants, offers to the traveling 
public comforts not surpassed by any House in the Southern 
States. 

To those who have patronized it, the Proprietor thinks it only 
necessary to say it is and will be kept fully up to its past standard, 
and to solicit those who have not, to favor it with a trial. 

Particular attention will be given to letters and telegrams re- 
questing that rooms be reserved, and to securing sleeping berths, 
state rooms, and tickets for guests. 

Our omnibus and comfortable carriages will be found at all 
arriving trains and steamers. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 17 

7 and 10 miles respectively, are pleasant places of resort, much 
frequented by the citizens of Savannah. 

Tybee Island, at the mouth of the Savannah river, and Beach 
Hammock, several miles south, are becoming very prominent as 
seaside resorts. 

Fort Pulaski, on Cockspur Island, near the mouth of Savannah 
river, was the scene of a weary siege during the late war. The 
fort was badly battered up by the Federal guns from Tybee Island. 
Since the war it has been thoroughly repaired. 

Miller's, Chatham county, Ga.; 10 miles from Savannah, 2 
miles west of the Little Ogeechee river ; post office. 

Way's Station, Bryan county, Ga.; 16 miles from Savannah; 
post office. Just east of this station the road crosses the Great 
Ogeechee river, on which are situated many of the largest rice 
fields in the State. At Genesis Point, below the railroad bridge, 
Fort McAllister is situated, which the Federal fleet made several 
unsuccessful attempts to pass, to capture the blockade runner 
" Rattlesnake," formerly the steamship Nashville, which was lying 
above. They finally succeeded in sinking it with guns. Fort 
McAllister was stormed from the rear, and captured by a portion 
of Sherman's army, December 20, 1864. 

Fleming", Liberty county, Ga.; 24 miles from Savannah; post 
and telegraph offices. Sunbury, 15 miles from here, on the coast, 
is one of the oldest settlements in the State. 

Mcintosh, Liberty county, Ga.; 31 miles from Savannah; post 
office. This is the nearest station to Flemington, distant 2^ miles, 
Hinesville, the county seat, 5 miles, and Riceboro, 10 miles. 

Walthourville, Liberty county, Ga. ; 38 miles from Savannah ; 
post office. The village of same name, 1^ miles from the station, 
is pleasantly located, and was formerly the home of many of the 
wealthy planters from the coast, and was noted for the intelligence 
and refinement of its society ; there are a iew of the old families 
still residing there. 

Johnston, Liberty county, Ga.; 46 miles from Savannah ; post 
offlce. Six and a half miles west of this station, the road crosses 
the Altamaha river on a lattice bridge with four spans. This 
river is one of the largest in the State. It is formed by the junc- 
tion of the Oconee acd Ocmulgee rivers ; the former is navigable 
for steamers to Dublin, and the latter to Macon. Large quantities 
of lumber, etc., are shipped by this river to Darien, Ga., at its 
mouth, on the coast. 



18 



GFIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 



Jacksonville can boast of a number of well regulated mercan- 
tile houses that are being conducted hy gentlemen of enei-gy and 
business tact. Among whom 

W^HO CONDUCTS A 



?>5 







may well be classed. Dr. Robinson started a drug store at Jack- 
sonville in 1867 on a small scale, and by close attention to busi- 
ness, affability, and accommodation, has built up 

lb© lisaitag Diag mmB ta n®iMii« 

His wholesale trade has grown to a respectable proportion, and 

the retail department is one of the most complete in the South, 

Prescriptions are put up by an 

EXPERT PHARMACEUTIST, 

who is detailed especially for that branch of the business. Ger- 
man and French recipes are put up by the proprietor 
himself. The stock of fancy goods, comprising 




and other articles used by tourists, of foreign and domestic manu- 
facture, is well assorted and large. The prices at this store are 
low, comparing favorably with those of the North or West. None 
but competent clerks are employed, and affability and accommo- 
dation toward customers are strictly enforced. 

Having no entangling alliances with local physicians, which is 
so frequently the case in some drug stores, this establishment is 
enabled to charge the lowest possible rates for prescriptions. 

This store is always neatly kept, and in appearance compares 
favorably with any in larger cities. Our friends will be repaid to 
visit it when in Jacksonville. 

A recent fire, in which he was a sufferer, induced the proprietor 
to remove to a more central location than heretofore, in the hand- 
some block owned by him, 

No. 75 West Bay Street, between Laura and Hogan Streets, 

opposite the Daili/ Lriion ofQ.ce, and known now as "Apothecary's 
Hall." A complete new outfit and stock has been purchased, and 
the fancy goods department greatly extended, so as to embrace 
eye glasses, fishing tackle, and various other articles desirable for 
the iLse of tourists. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 19 

Doctortowu, Wayne county, Ga. ; 53 miles from Savannah ; 
post office. This station is the site of an old Indian town, and the 
former abode of a celebrated "medicineman;" hence the name 
of the place. 

Jesup, Wayne county, Ga.; 57 miles from Savannah; county 
seat; telegraph office and junction of the Macon and Brunswick 
Railroad ; -tO miles from Brunswick, and 146 from Macon. The 
new and commodious " Altamaha Hotel" here will accommodate, 
100 guests. The hotel is under the management of the Atlantic 
and Gulf Railroad Company and is also the eating house for 
passengers via the JVIacon and Brunswick Railroad ; trains stop 
20 minutes for meals. (See advertisement). A weekly paper, 
the Wayne Triumph^ is published here. This place is growing 
rapidly ; population 600. 

Screven, Wayne county, Ga.; 68 miles from Savannah ; post 
and express offices. 

Patterson, Pierce county, Ga.; 78 miles from Savannah; post 
office. On line of the road in vicinity of this place are located a 
number of steam saw mills for cutting yellow pine lumber. 

Blackshear, Pierce county, Ga. ; 86 miles from Savannah ; post 
office ; county seat. Population 800. This is a place of some 
prominence, situated in an elevated and very healthy region of 
country. 

Way Cross, Ware county, Ga.; 96 miles from Savannah ; county 
seat ; post office. Population 600. Junction of Brunswick and 
Albany Railroad, 60 miles from Brunswick and 111 miles from 
Albany. This town was laid out in 1872; it stands on a sandy 
ridge with a clay sub-soil, and a clear bold stream of running 
water on the south. From its advantageous position this bids fair 
to become a place of some not 3. 

Tebeauville, Ware county, Ga.; 97 miles from Savannah; post 
and telegraph offices. This is a place near the northern portion of 
the celebrated Okefenokee Swamp, which abounds with game of 
all description. 

Glenmore, Ware county, Ga.; 108 miles from Savannah; post 
office. 

Argyle, Clinch county, Ga,, 116 miles from Savannah. 

Homerville, Clinch county, Ga.; 122 miles from Savannah; 
post office ; county seat. Population 270. Academy, Methodist 
and Baptist churches. 

DuPont, Clinch county, Ga.; 131 miles from Savannah; tele- 



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GUIDE TO SOUTHEEN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 




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CHA1.IL1ST0K g, C. 



E.H.JACKSON & CO., 



PROPRIETORS. 



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JUNCTION OF 

Savannah & Charleston and Port Royal Railroads. 



The Trains stop from twenty to thirty minutes 
each way, giving ample time for Passengers to 
get their meals. My ''motto" is to give you 
plenty to eat, and try to satisfy all. 



L. K.. 0)iar]E'!'> 






Proprietor. 



GUIDE TO SOTTTHEEN GIIOKGIA AND FLOEIDA. 21 

graph and post offices. Junction with the Florida Division of 
the Atlantic and Gulf Railroad. Located on heavy timbered 
pine lands. The health of DuPont and surrounding country is- 
unparalleled; no typhoid or other miasmatic sickness. As a 
farming country it is pronounced by experienced planters to be 
superior to Virginia or Carolina ; the range is good for cattle an(J 
hogs. Cheap lands in abundance for emigrants, much of it from 
fifty cents to one dollar per acre. 

Stockton, Clinch county, Ga.; 138 miles from Savannah ; post 
office. Population 100. The village is pleasantly located in an 
elevated pine region. 

Naylor, Lowndes county, Ga.; 144 miles from Savannah. Pop- 
ulation 80. Post office, one church, one hotel, one academy, one 
saw mill, and three stores. Healthy locality. Lands sell from 
$1.00 to $5.00 per acre. The productions of surrounding country 
are long and short cotton, corn, rice, oats, sweet potatoes, sugar 
cane, and all kinds of vegetables. The Alapaha river, two miles- 
distant, abounds in fish. Milltown, a village ten miles distant and 
near the famous Banks Mill Pond; area of pond ten square 
miles ; water sufficient to drive a large amount of machinery. 
Nashville, county seat of Berrien county, twf^nty-seven miles- 
distant ; excellent section for farming, hog, sheep, and cattle 
raising. 

Valdosta, Lowndes county, Ga.; 157 miles from Savannah ; post 
and telegraph offices; county seat. Population 2,000. This is 
one of the most flourishing towns in Southern Georgia ; located in 
a rolling country, heavily covered with yellow pine, it is not sur-^ 
passed by any section for health and productiveness of the soil. 
A weekly paper, the Times, is published here. Just here the- 
"cotton belt" of Georgia begins. The adjacent country is thickly 
settled by thrifty and intelligent people. 

Oiisley, Lowndes county, Ga.; 166 miles from Savannah; 
post office. One and a half miles west of this station the road 
crosses the Withlacoochee river, near which is the Boston or Blue 
Springs. These springs have quite a reputation, and are much 
frequented by the people of the adjacent country. 

Quitman, Brooks county, Ga.; 174 miles from Savannah ; post^. 
money-order, and telegraph offices ; county seat. Population 
1,300. This is a place of considerable importance, surrounded by 
a very fertile country, entirely free from malaria, it offers many 
inducements to immigrants. The lands being of a better quality^ 



22 



OUIDK TO SOUTHEBN OBOROIA AND FLORIDA, 



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&'^^CDC>1SJ1D TO ISTOISTE]. 





The traveling public will find it tlie most conveniently situated house in 
the place ; immediately opposite the Depot. Clean and comfortable beds. 
Table supplied with the best tha market affords. Charges reasonable. 



PROPRIETOflS. 



BAY STREET, Jacksonville, Florida. 



V 
Two Doors East of the Grand National Hotel. 



CHOICE WINES, LIQUORS M SEGARS. 

H. H. FEHBBNBAOH, Proprietor. 

N. H. MORAGNE, M. D., 



f^ij^ 




r-^-;?MANUrACTURER OF,^-^ 



{]\kKl W1!(E AND ORyiNGE FLOWE[^ WATEI|, 



Oranges Neatly Tacked for Shipment at his Grovef 

JPalatka, Fla, 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 23- 

than those lymg east along the Ime of said road, (with the excep- 
tion of the lands in Lowndes county,) and can be had at from 
$1.00 to $20.00 per acre, in quantities to suit purchasers. In 
Quitman is located a cotton and wool factory with a paid up 
capital of $46,000. There are five churches — three white and two- 
colored ; also a flourishing school. There is published a weekly 
newspaper, the Reporter. Seven miles east from Quitman, in said 
county, is a large, bold limestone spring about one hundred feet in 
circumference and fifteen feet in its deepest part. This is quite a 
resort as a watering place, there being near, just across the county 
line, but within a few hundred yards, a fine sulphur spring of 
efficacious medicinal qualitie?. 

Dixie, Brooks county, Ga.; 181 miles from Savannah ; post and 
express offices ; Grooverville 6 miles distant. 

Boston^ Thomas county, Ga.; 188 miles from Savannah ;. 
9 miles from the Florida line ; 1 mile from the Aucilla creek ; 
2 miles from the Piscola creek. Population 500. Post and express- 
offices, also Masonic Lodge and Patrons of Husbandry. Five 
churches in this place, Baptist, Presbyterian, and Methodist, 
colored Baptist and Methodist ; also good male and female schools. 
Boston is pleasantly situated and extremely healthy. Water good, 
in wells, and plenty of* spring water in the incorporate limits. 
Boston is entirely surrounded by the best average farming lands 
in the State ; very productive of corn, peas, potatoes, oats, high- 
land rice, sugar cane, and cotton, and admirably adapted to fruit, 
where cultivated, especially grapes, pears, peaches, plums, apples, 
and tropical fruits. The very finest watermelons abound in all 
parts of the country in their season. These lands can be bought 
at prices ranging from $5.00 to $8.00 per acre for improved^ 
and from $1.50 to $4.00 per acre for grazing. 

Tliomasville, Thomas county, Ga.; 200 miles from Savannah ;. 
telegraph office ; county seat ; junction with Albany Division of 
Atlantic and Gulf Railroad. Population 3,500. This city has a 
thriving trade, and is without exception the most promising in 
Southern Georgia. It is situated on the highest point of the 
line of road, and being dry and free from malaria, it is an excel- 
lent resort for invalids. There are many pretty residences in the 
place, surrounded by beautiful flower gardens. The South 
Georgia Agricultural and Mechanical Association holds an annual 
fair here in November, which is largely attended. They also have 
a floral exhibition in the spring. In Thomasville there are two 





24 GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEOEGIA AND FLORIDA. 

J. A. MACDONALD, AZRO J. CORY. 

Civil Engineer. Attorney at Law. 

LOANS NEGOTIATED, COLLECTIONS, 

AND 

LAND CLAIMS PROSECUTED. 

Locating Government and State Lands a Specialty. 



Correct information concerning every part of Florida 



OFFICE IN BOOMS 6 AND 7 ROSS BLOCK, BAY STREET, 

JACKSONVILLE, FLA^ 

GEORGE F. miller! 




(;23:;:^^No. 92 PINE STREET. ^^^r;;;) 

[Sales Koom No. 17 Bay Street.] 
C>::5:=DEALER IN EVERY VARIETY OFc:S^~) 



tMiOJJOl^,/ 



\iki mi m\\'^mt\<% %^\% aitrl %'^p, all ^JjU$, 

ELY BRUSHES, MATTRESSES, VASES, AND ORNAMENTS, 
Superb Collection of the Native G-rasses of Florida. 



You are respectfully invited to call and examine. 



GUIDE TO SOTTTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 25 

excellent colleges in successful operation, viz : the Fletcher 
Male Institute and Young's Female College ; four churches, one 
each, Methodist, Baptist, Presbyterian, and Episcopalian ; one 
foundry ; one library association, whicli contains a well selected 
library and a number of the leading daily newspapers throughout 
the United States; one Young Men's Chiistian Association. 

Colonel Mitchell has just completed a new and commodious 
hotel here. The building throughout is compo.^ed of the very best 
materials, fronts 190 feet on Broad street, and 88 feet on Jackson ; 
fire places in every room. The entire buildmg in communication 
by electricity, using the ElectT ic Annunciator ; t\vo grand hallways 
190 feet long and 10 feet wide. Ventilation perfect and lighted 
throughout with gas. 

Two weekly papers, the Enterprise and Times, are published 
here. 

Grapes, pears and other fruits are cultivated very successfully 
in this vicinity. 

Cairo, Thomas county, Ga.; 214 miles from Savannah; post 
office. 

. Whig-ham, Decatur county, Ga.; 221 miles ^vest of Savannah • 
beautifully located in the midst of a fine farming section of coun- 
try, in a prosperous condition. Two churches, good school con- 
venient, good society, and one of the finest springs in the State; good 
boarding house, and the most healthy location in Southwest 
Georgia. 

Climax, Decatur county, Ga.; 227 miles from Savannah; post 
office. 

Baiubridge, Decatur county, Ga.; 237 miles from Savannah; 
the present western terminus of the Atlantic and Gulf Railroad ; 
telegraph office; county seat. Population 1,50;). Situated on the 
east bank of the Flint river, about fifty feet above the stream 
beautifully shaded with oaks; average annual temperature 65; 
healthful, and climate in winter particularly favorable to the- 
Northern invalid. This place does a thriving business with the" 
various landings on the Flint, Chattahoochee, and Apalachicola 
rivers. Steamboats, making semi-weekly trips on these rivers 
bring a large amount of cotton to Bainbridge for shipment to 
Savannah. 

The Weekly Democrat is published here. 



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EUROPEAN HOUSE, 

116 AND 118 BRYAN STREET, 

(Opposite Screven House.) 
Restaurant Open from 6 A. M. to 12 P. M. 

Board, with Room, $2 per Day. 

OPKN ALL NIGHT. 
Liberal Discount by the Week or Month. 

MARK APPLE, Proprietor. 




138 BROXJaHTOISr ST., 

SAVANNAH, GA. 

Residence, 34 Presid3nt Street, corner Price. 

FUENISHES METALLIC, WALNUT, MAHOGANY, 

AND other 

CASKETS, CASES AND COFFINS. 

NEIllEST HEARSE M CftRRIftBES FOR FUNERIL8. 

Improved Corpse Preseryer for keejing Remains. 



FLORIDA DIVISION 



OF THE 



ATLANTIC AND GULF RAILRO/D 

FKOM DuPONT, GA., TO LIYE OAK, FLA. 



DnPont, Clinch county, Ga. ; 131 miles from Savannah ; (See 
page 19.) 

Statenyilie, Echols county, Ga.; 150 miles from Savannah; 
post office ; county seat of the same name, distant 6 miles. Six 
miles west of this station the road crosses the boundary line 
between Georgia and Florida. 

Jasper, Hamilton county, Fla.; 163 miles from Savannah; 
county seat. Town fast improving ; three ginning establishments ; 
two saw mills. Passengers for the White Sulphur Springs 
can get conveyances from this point. Four post offices are supplied 
from this point, viz : Bellville, Jennings, Ancrum, and White 
Sulphur Springs. 

Suwannee, Suwannee county, Fla.; 172 miles from Savannah, 
90 miles from Jacksonville, and 89 miles from Tallahassee, the 
capital of the State. One mile east from this station, on the 
south bank of the Suwannee river, are situated the Lower Mineral 
Springs, which attained great popularity previous to the war as a 
watering place, being visited by a great many persons from South- 
western Georgia and Middle Florida. The lands on the Hamilton 
county side of the Suwannee, north of the springs, are very 
valuable for agricultural purposes ; those on the Suwannee county 
side are light pine lands, and consequently not so valuable. 

Rixford, Suwannee county, Fla.; 175 miles from Savannah, 86 
miles from Jacksonville, and 87 miles from Tallahassee. This is 
a new settlement, and the paint at which the Eagle Turpentine 
and Naval Store Manufactory is located, the largest of the kind 
in Florida. 



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This favorably known House has, during the past summer 
been entirely remodeled. Has had an additional number of 

LARGE m 11 ROOiS 

added to its first and second floors. New Closets, both for Ladies 
and Gentlemen, have been placed in convenient portions of the 
house. Each room is lighted with Gas, and is furnished with 
elegant Furniture. 



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Ticket and Telegraph Offices. 




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All Transfer Coupons on Through Tickets taken by Coaches 
of Wheelee House. 
Passengers going through]_have ample time for meals. 

OWEN DALY, Proprietor, 

COLUMBIA, S. 0. 



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29 



Lire Oak, Suwannee county, Fla.; 179 miles from Savannah, 
82 from Jacksonville and Tallahassee ; the junction of the Florida 
branch of the Atlantic and Gulf Eailroad with the Jacksonville, 
Pensacola and Mobile Railroad; the county seat of Suwannee 
-county; population by census of 1870, 805 whites, 591 colored; 
takes its name from the live oak sink which w^as a celebrated land 
mark with the hunters in the early settlement of this portion of 
the State, from 1824 until it was selected by the engineers in 
locating the branch road as the starting point to connect with the 
Georgia system. The live oak tree, which marked the sink and 
gave to it the name, is now dead, having been destroyed by the 
rising of the water in the sink, caused by the railroad embank- 
ment, which obstructed the drainage. Western Union Telegraph 
station,' post office, and agency of the Southern Express. Truck 
farming is carried on extensively at this point, and large quantities 
of vegetables are shipped to the Northern and Northwestern cities 
every season. There are two good hotels, a saw mill, three cotton 
gins, two grist mills, and a rosin and turpentine manufactory. 



ALBANY DIVISION 



OF THE 




FEOM THOMASYILLE, GA., TO ALBANY. 



Thomasyille, Thomas county, Ga. ; 200 miles from Savannah- 
CSee page 23.) Four miles west of this placQ, the road crosses 
the Okloknee river. 

Okloknee, Thomas County, Ga.; 211 miles from Savannah; 
post and express offices. Within 2^ miles is the finest water power 
in Southwest Georgia, amply sufficient for a cotton factory. 
Within 5 miles is a fine mineral spring ; it is large and perfectly 



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MBLLONVILLE, SANFOUD, 

PALATKA, GREEN COVE SPRINGS, 

TOCOI, AND WAY LANDINGS. 

THE NEW AND ELEGANT STEAMER. 




R. H. Stuart, Master, 




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AFTER ARRIVAL OF^ TRAIN. 

G£0, M. JtOSTER, 

AGENT. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEOEGIA AND FLOEIDA. 31 

transparent, beantifally situated, and with a small outlay of 
capital could be made a popular summer resort ; it is situated 
opposite the 216 mile post and about 500 yards from the line of 
road. The health of this place cannot be surpassed. 

Pelham, Mitchell county, Ga.; 221: miles from Savannah. 
This section of country oifers superior inducements to manufac- 
turers of naval stores. Timber plentiful and convenient to line 
of railroad. Only one man engaged in the business here. Plenty 
of room for more. Hands are easily had that understand working 
the trees, such as cutting boxes, hacking, etc. 

Camilla, Mitchell county, Ga ; 232 miles from Savannah ; 
telegraph office ; county seat. This is a pleasant little village, well 
located in a fine cotton growing country. Population 450. 

Baconton^ Mitchell county, Ga.; 242 miles from Savannah; 
post office. 

Hardaway, Dougherty county, Ga.; 250 miles from Savannah ; 
post office. 

Albany, Dougherty county, Ga.; 258 miles from Savannah; 
terminus of the Albany Division of Atlantic and Gulf Railroad, 
and connected with Macon, Ga., by a branch Railroad from Smith- 
ville to Arlington, 106 miles from Macon; with Brunswick by the 
Brunswick and Albany Railroad. Telegraph office ; county seat. 
Population 3,000. From the central location of this town, it bids 
fair to become a prosperous city. Surrounded by the best cotton 
lands of the State, quite a trade is done in this staple. There are 
several foundries and mills here which do a good business. 



FLORIDA. 



So much has been written about this world-renowned winter 
resort, that we scarcely consider it necessary to enumerate the 
many attractions which are to be found here, but for the benefit 
•of the uninitiated we will give a few points. 

TO TOURISTS. 

This State is being fully appreciated by tourists, and has been 
known long enough to have its regular visitors, to say nothing of 



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GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA. AND FLORIDA. 



ALTAMAHA HOTEL, 




T:Hnsxji=^, <z^j^. 



This well known Hotel, at the junction of the Atlantic and 
Gnlf and Macon and Brunswick Railroads, has passed under the 
control of the A. & G. R. R. Co., and under the management of 

MR. W. G. NORWOOD, 

for the past three years manager of the Screven House, Savannah, 
'Ga. The officers of the Atlantic and Gulf Railroad Company- 
hope that this statement will be a sufficient guarantee to the 
traveling public that it will be conducted to the satisfaction of 
those who may patronize it, either as an eating-house or hotel. 
' The house has 33 well-furnished rooms (including Billiard Sa- 
loon), and offers comforts not surpassed by any similar establish- 
ment in the South. 

Visitors to and from Florida, or those seeking a warm and 
healthy climate, with light expenses, will find this place a most 
•desirable relay. 

Board by the week or month can be obtained on reasonable 
terms, upon application to the Manager. 

All Passenger Trains on both Roads stop here, 
and allow ample time for Meals. 



GUIDE TO SOrTHEEN GEOEGIA AND FLOEIDA. 33~- 

the constant flow . of new comers from all parts of the United 
States. Those who have visited it are satisfied that no other 
locality equals the St. John's and Ocklawaha rivers in picturesque 
variety of beautiful scenery, or in facilities for boating, fishing, 
and hunting. 

The attractions to be found in Florida draw the same visitors 
there again and again. The many persons who visit this section 
annually are glad w^hen they arrive, and sorry to depart. 

The searcher after historical reminiscences will find much of 
interest in traces of Spanish occupation for centuries back, es- 
pecially in the vicinity of St. Augustine. 

At the usual resorts for tourists can be found hotels and private 
boarding houses that oifer the comforts of a home and the attrac- 
tions of fashionable society. 

TO INVALIDS. 

For a hundred years past this State has been known at home- 
and abroad as one of the most healthful locations in the world. 

The thermometer seldom rises above 90 degrees in the summer, 
or falls below^ 30 degrees in the winter. 

Northerners have long resorted here to find in the mild and 
genial climate relief from the frigid temperature at home. Those 
who from frequent visits and repeated experiments are best able 
to form an opinion, unite in declaring the climate of Florida un- 
equaled by any other section of country for comfort and health. 

To those persons afflicted with pulmonary complaints, we say 
come to Florida, as many thousands before you have done, and if 
all have not recovered, many have lengthened their days thereby. 
Don't hesitate until the "foul destroyer" has gained the mastery- 
over you, but come before it is beyond the power of the climate 
to aid you. 

The census of 1870 shows that the deaths from pulmonary 
complaints here are less than in any other State, notwithstanding 
the fact that so many persons come here from all portions of the 
country. 

The general health of Florida is unexceptional. We have con- 
versed with the most intelligent medical men, and read the state- 
ments of others on this subject, and they all seem to coincide 
with our view just expressed. Here is what Surgeon-Genera^ 
Lawson says on the subject : 

"Indeed, the statistics in the Bureau demonstrate the fact that 



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THE DEMAND SUPPLIED. 



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•■s 



SEMI DAILY LINE OF STEAMERS, 

FOB 

Green Cove Springs, Tocoi and Palatka, 

AND DAILY LINE FOR 

[NTtRPRISUIIirORDillllllONfillL 



Capt. Jno. Richardson 
Capt. Wm. T. Jones. 




Capt. L, M. COXETTER. 

Capt. Chas. H. Brock. 

On and after November 26, 1876, one of tlie above Steamers 
will leave Railroad Wharf, Jacksonville, at 11 o'clock a. m., everj 
day except Sunday, going through to Enterprise ; without change 
or lie over at Palatka, arriving in Lake Jessup the next morning. 
Returning, will leave Enterprise every day except Tuesday, at 
5 o'clock A. M., arriving at Jacksonville the same day at 11 o'clock 

p. M. 

Will leave Jacksonville (Railroad Wharf) at 2 o'clock p. m., for 
Green Cove Springs, Tocoi and Palatka, connecting with trains at 
Tocoi for St. Augustine, 

:E=LElT■c^I=^:^TI:N^c3- 

will leave Palatka 7 o'clock a. m., arriving in Jacksonville at 12:3(> 

p. M. 

TICKET OFFICE, No 20 East Bay Street, 

JACKSONVILLE, FLA., 

W. Gr. Coleman, General Passenger and Ticket Agent. 

F. C. Solee, C. A. Fairchild, E. W. Blance, 

Gen'lAgt., Brock's Line. Agt. St. Starlight. Passenger Agt. 

Notice.— Unless the Trains are detained the Steamers will leave 
on their published time. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 3i> 

the diseases which result from malaria are of a much milder type 
in the Peninsula of Florida tlian in any other State in the Union. 
The records show that the ratio of deaths to the number of re- 
mittent fever cases has been much less than among the troops^ 
serving in other portions of the United States. In the Northern 
division of the United States the proportion is 1 death to 30 cases 
of remittent fever : in the Middle division, 1 to 52 ; in the South- 
ern division, 1 to 54; in Texas, 1 to 78 ; in California, 1 to 122; 
in New Mexico, 1 to 14:8, while in Florida it is but 1 to 287." 

This gentleman writes this without any prejudice or partiality 
whatever, and only states what ever}^ visitor to Florida must feel. 

TO IMMIGRANTS. 

The cheapness of lands in Southern Georgia and Florida, the- 
extremely healthy climate and the variety of crops peculiar to the- 
soil, offers inducements not found elsewhere. We will venture 
the assertion that there is not a more happy and independent 
people in America than those who inhabit what is termed the- 
"wire-grass" region of Georgia and Florida. There, everything 
is raised that is needed for home consumption. The streams 
abound in fish ; the forests contain deer and other desirable game, 
and large herds of sheep and cattle roam over richest pastures,, 
planted by the hand of Omnipotence. The people are out of 
debt. Their smoke houses are in their yards, not in the far West. 
Their bread comes from their crib?, not from those of speculators, 
and the clothing they wear is, in many cases, the handiwork of 
their industrious wives and daughters. 

Who would exchange a life of this kind for the sake of being in 
"society," with all its petty exactions and its numerous trains of 
worse evils ? 

Here, the industrious laborer is sure of making a comfortable- 
living— that is the least he may expect. Land is offered on such 
terms that it requires but a small capital to secure a home and 
begin the operation of farming. 

The people are hospitable and ever ready to extend the hand of 
welcome to deserving strangers. To such, "their latch strings 
hang on the outside of their doors." Take it all in all, it is just 
the place for young men to set their stakes and pitch their tents. 

To manufacturers of lumber, naval stores, etc., the country 
offers great inducements. Every facility is offered to such hj 
this company in giving reduced rates of fare, etc. 



36 GUIDE TO SOUTHEEN GKOEGIA AND FLORIDA. 




THIS FA VOUJTE HO USE, with accommodations for 
300 guests, liaving been refitted and newly furnislied, will open 
November 25th for the reception of Winter guests. 

THE LOCATION of the St. James is unequaled by that 
of any hotel in Jacksonville ; is on dry elevated ground, with 
a southerly front of 210 feet on St. James Park, and 210 feet on 
Laura Street ; is easily accessible from either steamer or railroad ; 
and Jacksonville being a central point for Florida travelers, the 
St. James is particularly desirable for both permanent and tran- 
sient guests. 

THE HOTEL is well supplied with pure water, has good 
drainage, is lighted throughout with gas, and in general the 
accommodations and appointments of the St. James are those 
usually found in first-class hotels. 

one of the best manufacture, has been added the present season 
for the convenience of the guests. 

THE TABLE will continue to be a leading feature of the 
St. James ; and being under the personal supervision of the Man- 
ager no pains or expense will be spared to make it equal the 
best. 

AN ORCHESTRA has been engaged, which will furnish 
music during the season, and hops and entertainments will be ar- 
ranged for the enjoyment of the guests. 

Special Art^angements will be made for board by the week 
or the entire season, and rooms may be secured by mail or tele- 
graph. 

The experience of Mr. Campbell as a Hotel Manager in Florida 
will be a sufficient guarantee (at least to his numerous friends and 
acquaintances) that the Hotel will be kept in a manner to secure 
the comfort of all who may favor the St. James with their pat- 
ronage. For further information address 

J. H. CAMPBELL, Manager. 

Jacksonville, Oct. 25, 1876. Jacksonville, Fla. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 37 

A small pamphlet giving description, location, price, etc., of all 
lands for sale ou line of road, can be procured by addressing H, 
S. Haines, General Superintendent Atlantic and Gulf Railroad, 
Savannah, Ga. 

Professor H. E. Col ton, of the American Institute of New York, 
gives it as his opinion that "the most inviting field, and where the 
inducements are greater than any other for the intelligent emigrant 
who wishes to raise early vegetables for market, (the season being 
two weeks earlier,) where the land is cheap, where rapid trans- 
portation is offered, where all 'truck' strikes together, is along the- 
line of the Atlantic and Gulf Railroad." The Professor says he" 
knows the attention of many are turned to this locality ; hence, 
he gives his opinion as a guide to those who contemplate making 
their homes in this section. This is strong and emphatic lan- 
guage, but no less strong than true, and can be corroborated by 
hundreds who have taken the pains to satisfy themselves on this 
point. Coming from the source it does, a JSTorthern scientific ag-- 
riculturalist, one who has traveled and investigated the subject 
with the view of giving correct information, is likely to have itS' 
full weight and effect. Professor Colton's paper Avill be read and 
pondered by hundreds and thousands, more so than if fifty similar 
papers had occurred in Georgia papers. Continued and increasing 
evidence of the facts as set forth in Mr. Colton's papers is to be 
seen more and more year after year. Ten years ago but few 
farms and fewer vegetable gardens were to be observed along the 
line of the Atlantic and Gulf Railroad, but now the traveler, 
while speeding along over this highway, makes use of the oft re- 
peated remark, " what a large number and great variety of early 
vegetables and fancy corn patches the people are cultivating in 
this country!" 

HOW^ TO REACH FLORIDA. 

Visitors to Florida from the North and East should make Sa- 
vannah their objective point, thence via the Atlantic and Quit 
Railroad, which is the preferred route to all points in Northern^ 
Middle and Eastern Florida. 

From the West the shortest route is via Atlanta, Macon, and 

Jesup, there making close connection with the Atlantic and Gulf 

Railroad as above ; though the time and rates from points West 

via Savannah and Atlantic and Gulf Railroad is about the same as 

via Jesup. 
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38 GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 



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This favorably known House has, during the past summer, heen 
entirely remodeled. Has had an additional number of 

LARGE AND AIRY ROOMS 

added to its first and second floors. New Closets, both for Ladies 
and Gentlemen, have been placed in convenient portions of the 
house. Each room is lighted with Gas and is furnished with ele- 
gant Furniture. 

so much sought after for drinking and bathing purposes, is also 
conveyed to all parts of the house. This is the only Hotel in the 
city with a 

BILLIARD ROOM ATTACHED. 

Tickit iii f elegrifb Ofiees 

in the lobby of the house. With new kitchens and the widening 
of hall ways and other improvements and conveniences too nu- 
merous to mention, makes the Pavilion rank as the 



All Transfer Coupons on Through Tickets taken by Coaches of 
Pavilion Hotel. 

• «^° Passengers going through have ample time for meals. 

GEO. T. ALFORD & CO., 

CFAKLESToy, S. C. Propi'ietoTs^ 



GUIDE TO SOUTHEEN GEOEGIA AND FLOEIDA. 39 

From the Southwest you have choice of three routes, viz : Via 
Montgomery, Eufaula, and Albany, Atlantic and Gulf Railroad; 
second, via Montgomery, Macon, and Savannah, Atlantic and Gulf 
Railroad ; third, via Montgomery, Macon, and Jesup, Atlantic and 
Gulf Railroad. All of which are pleasant. 

Through tickets by all of above routes. Time cards, etc., can 
be had by applying at all railroad ticket ofRces of the principal 
cities, or at the Savannah steamships' agencies in Baltimore, New 
York, or Boston. 



STATIONS AND POINTS OF INTEREST 



ON THE 



Jacksonville, Pensacola and Mobile Railroad. 



This road traverses the northern portion of the State, from 
Chattahoochee river to Jacksonville, distance 209 miles, with 
branches to Monticello and St. Marks, connecting at Live Oak 
with Florida Division of the Atlantic and Gulf Railroad, for all 
points North and West, and at Baldwin with the Atlantic, Gulf 
and West India Transit Company's Railroad for Fernandina, 
Gainesville, and Cedar Keys. 

Chattahoochee Laiidin§r, Gadsden county, Fla.; 209 miles from 
Jacksonville ; post office ; the present western terminus of this 
road. Here connection is made with the Central Line of Steam- 
ers for Apalachicola, Eufaula, Columbus, etc. 

Chattahoochee Station, Gadsden county, Fla.; 206 miles from 
Jacksonville. 

Mouut Pleasant, Gadsden county, Fla. ; 198 miles from Jack- 
sonville ; post office. 

Qiiincy^ Gadsden county, Fla. ; 189 miles from Jacksonville; 
telegraph office ; county seat. Population 750. 

This little village and the surrounding country is noted for the 
refinement of its inhabitants, and prior to the late war was the 



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NATIONAL HOTEL 

NEARLY OPPOSITE PAS&ENGER DEPOT, 



$2.00 Per Day. Single Meals 50c. Lodging 50c. 

The house is newly and handsomely furnished and the table 
shall be equal to any in the city of Macon. Give us a call and we 
guarantee satisfaction in every particular. 

Polite and attentive Porters at every train. 

G. W. & E. T. BYINGTON, 




King Street, - - Charleston, S. C. 

A first-class house in every respect. Situated in the bend of King Street, 
in the most fashionable portion of the city. Convenient to all places of busi- 
ness and amusement. 

All Bailroad and Steamboat facilities given here. 

A. TOOMER & CO., Proprietors. 



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Cherry Street, - Macon, Georgia. 



Mm^ms && €m^T&t EnQmm^^ &Q> ^mmtb^ 



S. ISAACS, in the office. 



E. ISAACS, Proprietor. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 41 

seat of considerable wealth. Quincy has three churches and two 
hotels ; board $2.50 per day. 

Midway. G-adsden county, FJa.; 177 miles from Jacksonville; 
post office. 

Tallahassee, Leon county, Fla.; 165 miles from Jacksonville 
and 262 miles from Savannah ; telegraph and money order office ; 
the capital of the State and county seat. Population 2,500. 

This was formerly a place of great wealth, and is still famous 
for the refinement and hospitality of its inhabitants, located in a 
rolling country with a bracing climate pleasant to invalids, the 
summer heat being modified by constant breezes from the Gulf of 
Mexico, only 21 miles distant. There are several very pretty lakes 
in the vicinity, on which the sportsman can find pleasant pastime 
in the proper seasons. Tallahassee has many handsome residences, 
surrounded by gardens pleasant to the eye of the florist. 

Two weekly papers, the Floridian (Democratic), and Sentinel 
(Republican), are published here. 

A branch railroad from this point connects with St. Marks, 
distance 21 miles. This was formerly a place of considerable 
commercial importance, but since the era of railroads it is almost 
deserted. A United States Signal Station is located here. 

Cliaires, Leon county, Fla.; 153 miles from Jacksonville. 

Lloyds, Leon county, Fla. ; 147 miles from Jacksonville. 

Monticello Junction, Jefferson county, Fla.; 138 miles from 
Jacksonville. Connection is here made twice a day with Monti- 
cello by a branch road ; distance 4 miles. Monticello is a pleasant 
village of 1,200 inhabitants : telegraph office. Lake Miccosukie, 
not far distant, is a place of some historical note. The Constitu- 
tion, a weekly paper, is published here. 

Aucilla, Jefferson county Fla.; 131 miles from Jacksonville. 

Goodman's, Madison county, Fla,; 124 miles from Jackson- 
ville. 

Madison, Madison county, Fla.; 110 miles from Jacksonville; 
telegraph office ; county seat. Population about 1,000. Located 
in a fertile region of country. Considerable early vegetables and 
fruits are raised here. Several lakes in the vicinity abound with 
fish. 

EUaville, Madison county, Fla.; 95 miles from Jacksonville ; 
post and telegraph offices. Situated on the west bank of the 
Suwannee river, at its junction with the Withlacoochee, it is 
admirably adapted to the lumber business, in which Messrs. Drew 



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o^^:E=LX_.E]TOisr :e3:oxjsej. 



JACKSONVILLE, FLA. 




STIMPSON, DEVENELL & DAVIS, Proprietors. 

This House is provided with an Flevator, Creighton's Enunciator, Etc. 



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GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 4:3 

•& Bucki, the founders of the place, are extensively engaged, they 
having several large mills in the vicinity. 

Live §ak, Suwannee county, Fla.; 8 2 miles from Jacksonville ; 
see stations on Atlantic and Gulf Railroad. 

Houstoim, Suwamiee county, Fla., 7G miles from Jacksonville ; 
post office. 

Welboru, Suwannee county, Fla.; 71 miles from Jacksonville. 
Passengers going to the White Sulphur Springs, situated on the 
Suwannee river, 8 miles north of this point, stop here. These 
springs are frequented by sufferers from dyspepsia, rheumatism, 
etc., the waters being remarkably strong. A hotel at these springs 
accommodates guests at reasonable rates. The country is dry and 
very healthy. Several private houses take boarders. Charges 
moderate. 

Lake City, Columbia county, Fla.; 69 miles from Jacksonville; 
population 1,000; county seat ; telegraph and money order offices. 
This place derives its name from the numerous lakes in the vicinity, 
which abound with fish at all seasons. Numerous houses here 
have ample room for visitors. A weekly paper, the Reporter, is 
published here. 

Oiustee, Baker county, Fla.; 47 miles from Jacksonville ; noted 
as the site of the most sanguinary battle fought in the State dur- 
ing the late war. 

A large body of Federal troops, under tho command of Major 
General Truman Seymour, marched westward from Jacksonville 
n February, 1861. At this place they encountered the Confede- 
rate forces, under command of General Joseph Finegan. A des- 
perate battle ensued, lasting from 1 p. m. until dark. The Fede- 
rals were defeated, and retreated toward Jacksonville, abandoning 
their dead and wounded. Their loss was heavy, including Colonel 
Fribly, of the colored troops, killed. 

Sanderson, Baker county, Fla.; 37 miles from Jacksonville; 
post and telegraph offices. 

Baldv^'in, Duval county, Fla.; 19 miles from .Jacksonville; post 
and telegraph offices; junction with the Atlantic, Gulf and West 
India Transit Company's Railroad, for Fernandina, distant 47 
miles northward, and Cedar Keys, 107 miles southward. Two 
hotels here accoDimodate guests. 

White House, Duval county, Fla.; 11 miles from Jacksonville ; 
wood station. 

Jacksonville, Duval county, Fla., the eastern terminus of the 



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WHOLESALE DEALER IN 

GROCERIES MD FEOVISmS, 

FORBGN Hi DOiSl F 

Jacksonville, F1el» 

Agent and Consignee Florida Dispatch Line— for tlie Packing 
and Shipping of Fruits and Vegetables to Re- 
liable Agents in Northern Cities. 

m EmERPRISE m IHEDKIE LAIIOIIIGS. 

THE NEW PASSENGER STEAMER, 




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R. F. BARKER, Captain, 

Will Leave Jacksonville for Above Places 

EVEEY TUESDAY AND FRIDAY AT 9.30 O'CLOCK, A. M. 

Returning, will leave Enterprise Wednesday and Saturday. 



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road, 261 miles from Savannah, is located on the St. John's river, 
25 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and is the objective point of 
most visitors to the State ; the largest city on the Atlantic Coast 
south of Savannah, and the principal commercial emporium of 
the State ; extending along the banks of the river for four miles, 
the streets regularly laid out with fine shade 'trees to add to its 
beauty. Numerous handsome buildings, both public and private, 
show its importance. Within its limits are twelve churches— three 
Methodist, three Baptist, two Presbyterian, two Episcopalian, one- 
Roman Catholic, and one Second Advent. 

There is a permanent population here of about 12,000, being an 
increase of over 600 per cent, in the past eight years. 

From its popularity as the Southern winter resort, this place has- 
acquired hotel accommodations unsurpassed in the South, (see 
advertisements,) and innumerable private boarding houses, afford- 
ing ample room for all visitors. 



AN INVITATION TO TOUEISTS. 



Nearly every gentleman or lady who visits Florida, determines- 
to take home something to remind them of their visit to the 
"Land of Flowers," and hence, Florida curiosities are eagerly 
sought after. Those who are the fortunate possessors of a refined 
and cultivated taste, who ean appreciate artistic workmanship, 
and that careful discrimination which rigidly excludes all common- 
place material, are invited to call at 

GUMBINGE[|'S B/ZAR OF FLOI^IDA CURIOSITIES. 

No. 17 West Bay Street, 

where may be seen, free of charge, nearly everything novel and" 
attractive calculated to arrest the attention of the tourist. Among^ 
other specialties may be seen 

The Native Birds of Florida, some of them filling the air with min- 
strelsy, others peculiar for their bright and gaudy plumage, and* 



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HONEYMOON NURSERIES. 

The largest 

TROrOL AND SlI-IiWrOL KOIISEIIIES 

Situated one mile west of Jacksonville, Florida, immediately on 
the railroad. The Citrus family made a specialty. Catalogues 
sent free on application to the proprietor, 

Jacksonville, Florida. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEOEGIA AND FLORIDA. 47 

yet others, made by the skill of the taxidermist so natural that 
even competent judges are deceived. 

Entomological collections exhibiting all the peculiarities of insect 
life for which Florida is remarkable. 

The Fauna of Florida, both living and stuffed, from the uncouth, 
unwieldy alligator to the pet deer so eagerly sought for by the- 
modern Nimrods who visit us every year. 

The Treasures of the Ocean, embracing coleur de rose and pure 
white corals, marine plants, sea monsters, shells, etc., in aa 
almost endless variety. 

The Gems of the Forest, in the shape of boxes, dressing cases, 
canes and parlor ornaments carved from woods of the most sing- 
ular character, many of which cannot be found in any other State 
in the Union, being remarkable for their varied hues, and peculiar 
susceptibility of polish. 

Suberb and Artistic Shell Work, comprising crosses, sprays, tiaras, 
artificial flowers, bridal ornaments, toilet boxes and vases, imperish- 
able in their character, beautiful and attractive. 

Feather Flowers and Ornaments, in which every tint or shade 
of color appears, from the bright scarlet of the flamingo to the 
pure snow-white plumage of the gentle heron. Some of these- 
specimens are indeed magnificent. 

Coquina Ornaments from " Ye Ancient Citie of St Augustine.'^ 
The immense demand for these quaint objects of art has secured 
a full supply for the coming season. 

In addition to the above, may be found a large assortment of 
sea beans, plain or highly polished; alligators' teeth, corals, etc.,. 
mounted in gold, and ornamented with coat of arms, monograms,- 
initial letters, Masonic, religious, or secular devices ; and engraved, 
when desired, in the highest style of art. 

Visitors will be cordially welcomed at any hour it may suit their 
conveinence to call, and every attention will be shown them during: 
their visit, whether they purchase or not. 

Pl^EASK REMEMBER THE JLOCAI.ITY. 

No. 17 West Bay Street, Jacksonville, Florida, 
JEWSSIB ASB DEASilB m EIOSIM GWSIOSEfllS OF iflBY eSADE^ 

DO NOT FORGET TO CALL. 



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THIS NEW AND ELEGANT HOTEL 



OPiS m \\\ MCEPII OF GOESIS DEC. 1ST. 



This House has been more than doubled in size during the last 
summer, and is now 



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A Dining Koom, 60x103 feet, has been added, which seats 450 
people. Bath rooms added, etc. 

The Hotel has 200 feet southerly front (facing the Plaza) and 
160 feet easterly front, and has an unsurpassed view of the City 
of St. Augustine, the Old Fort, the Ocean, and Harbor of St. 
Augustine, etc., etc. 

The Proprietor has furnished the Hotel this year, and has made 
arrangements to secure his marketing from the North, and will 
endeavor to make this Hotel the best in the State. 



POINTS OF INTEREST 

Atlantic, &nlf and West India Transit Coninany's Rallroai 



This road extends across the State, from Fernandina, in the ex- 
treme northeast, to Cedar Keys, on the Gulf of Mexico ; distance 
155 miles, connecting at Baldwin with the Florida Central, and 
Jacksonville, Pensacola and Mobile Railroad for Savannah, Middle 
Florida, and at Cedar Keys, with steamers for Key West, Tampa, 
Havana, and New Orleans. 

Fernandina, Nassau county, Fla. Situated on Amelia Island, 
near the junction of the Amelia and St. Mary's rivers. This place 
has one of the finest harbors on the Southern coast. It has about 
3,000 inhabitants; the streets are straight, broad, and commo- 
dious ; many of them are paved with shell and beautifully shaded 
with water oak. There are two hotels, affording ample accom- 
modations for visitors. A number of saw mills are located here, 
giving employment to a large body of men. A fine shell road 
extends across the island, one and a half miles to the sea beach, 
which has a smooth unbroken surface for twenty miles, affording 
a most desirable drive. On the northern point of this island is 
Fort Clinch, not yet completed. 

Dungeness, the home of General Nathaniel Green and the burial 
place of the famous " Light Horse " Harry Lee, is within easy 
access, a visit to which never fails to delight and interest. 

Hart's Road, Nassau county, Fla. ; 12 miles from Fernandina ; 
wood station. 

Callahan, Nassau county, Fla.; 27 miles from Fernandina ; post 
and telegraph oflSces. 

The general business of this section is in naval stores and tim- 
ber. King's Ferry, on the St. Maiy'a river, distant 18 miles. 

Batton, Nassau county, Fla. ; 36 miles from Fernandina. Ex- 
tensive turpentine farms are located here. 
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LEMON, LIME, CITRON, FIG, BANANA, GUAVA, PINE-APPLE, MANGO, 

SAPPODILLA, PAWPAW, JAPAN PLUM, &c. 

GRAPE-VINES, QUINCES, BLACKBERRIES, &c. 

ALMOND, PECAN, SPANISH AND AMERICAN CHESTNUTS, &c. 

eixjo^^x_i'^:e^txjs tp\:h]E]3^ 

ROSES, EVERGREEN AND DECIDUOUS SHRUBS, 
! AND FLOWERING PLANTS. 

ALBERT J. BID WELL, 

Jacksonville, Fla. 



A. J. BIDWELL, 



D. S. PLACE. 



BID\VELL & PLACE, 

GREEN HOUSE CORNER OCEAN AND ADAMS STS., 

Jacksonville, Fla. 

A full line of Bedding Plants, as well as many novelties, curious and 
beautiful. Will keep on liand a large assortment of Native Plants to supply- 
visitors returniflg to the North. Florida Grasses, Cut Flowers, and Garden 
Requisites. Boquets made to order. 

■■ •©« ^Ij. KEKNB, - 

DEALER IN 

|[illmerg, \m% and ^rm |)oois, 

COR. BAY AND LAURA STS., 

Having just received a fine stock of Millinery Goods of the 
latest styles, including a very select and fashionable lot of Pattern 
Hats, Flowers, and Feathers; Ladies' and Gents' Scarfs and Ties, 
of the latest stjies ; Dress Goods, including a choice variety of 
SILKS, CASHMERES, and SUITINGS, of the latest patterns, 
with Fringes and Trimmings to match ; a good stock of Human 
Hair; fine assortment of Kid Gloves, and everything new and 
stylish, pertaining to a store of this kind, that will be sold at 
prices to suit the times. 

^° I have first-class Trimmers. All such work done on short 
notice, and in the most stylish manner. Please call and examine. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AKD FLORIDA. 51 

Baldwin, Duval county, Fla.; 19 miles from Jacksonville; post, 
telegraph, and express offices ; junction with the Atlantic, Gulf 
and West India Transit Company's Railroad, for Fernandina, dis- 
tant 47 miles northward, and Cedar Keys, 107 miles southward. 
Three hotels here accommodate guests. 

This place is laid out in town lots, and has now about 150 inhab- 
itants, several new houses having been built and some now in 
course of construction. The soil is very rich in and aroimd the 
place, suitable for sugar cane, sweet potatoes and garden vegeta- 
bles. A few orange trees have been put out here, and the pros- 
pects are very favorable, and the health is not to be excelled in 
the South. The water is impregnated with iron, making it the 
most healthy tonic of all mineral waters. 

MeCleuny, Clay county, Fla. ; 55 miles from Fernandina. 

Trail Ridge, Bradford county, Fla.; 62 miles from Fernandina^ 
post office. 

Burriii, Bradford county, Fla. ; 66 miles from Fernandina. 

Starke, Bradford county, Fla.; 73 miles from Fernandina; 
post and telegraph offices. A pleasant village of 300 inhabitants. 
Principal products, sea-island cotton, corn, and sugar-cane. A 
number of lakes in this vicinity afford excellent fishing. 

Temple, Bradford county, Fla.; 77 miles from Fernandina. 

Waldo, Alachua county, Fla.; 81 miles from Fernandina; post 
and telegraph oflQces. Six miles from this place there is a natural 
land sink, covering a continual stream which empties into it, yet 
it has no visible outlet. Santa Fe Lake, a large body of water 
which affords excellent fishing facilities, is two miles distant* 
The Santa Fe River, near here, disappears and flows under 
ground, forming a natural bridge. 

Gainesville, Alachua county, Fla.; 08 miles south of Fernan- 
dina; is a lively and pleasant little town of about 1,500 or 2,000 
inhabitants ; it is fast becoming a winter resort for the l»^orthem 
invalid and tourist. A fine, commodious hotel, with all the 
modern improvements, has just been completed, so that visitors 
to this point can depend on comfortable winter lodgings. , Parties 
in this county are largely engaged in the culture of early vege- 
tables, for shipment to Northern and Western markets. 

Arredondo, Alachua county, Fla.; 101 miles from Fernandina* 

Batton, Alachua county, Fla.; 108 miles from Fernandina. 

Archer, Alachua county, Fla ; 113 miles from Fernandina; post 
and telegraph offices. 



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PALATKA, FLORIDA. 






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Tourists visiting Palatka, Fla., will find all the LATEST NEW 
YORK DAILY PAPERS and JN^OVELS ON HAND, at 




Papers Mailed to Any Point 
on the St. John's River. 



Has on hand a fine selection of 



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ALWAYS ON HAND. 



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f^° All orders will be thankfully received, and meet with prompt 
attention. 

SPECIAL TICKET AGENT FLORIDA CENTRAL RAILROAD 

TO ALL PARTS OF THE UMTED SrATFS. 

GIVE HIM A CALL. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEOEGIA. AND FLORIDA. 53 

Bronson, Levy county, Fla.; 122 miles from Fernandina ; post 
office ; county seat ; population 250. This section of country is 
very productive and well adapted to the cultivation of ^cotton, 
sugar-cane, etc. 

Otter Creek, Levy county, Fla.; 134: miles from Fernandina; 
post office. 

Rosewood, Levy county, Fla., 145 miles from Fernandina. 

Cedar Keys, Levy county, Fia.; 155 miles from Fernandina ; the 
terminus of the road; population 600. There is considerable 
business done at this point with New Orleans and Havana ; regular 
line of steamers leaving for these points every Saturday ; also a 
semi-weekly line for Tampa, Manatee, and Key West. 

THE GULF COAST. 

This portion of the State south of Cedar Keys is seldom visited 
by the tourist, therefore the many attractions to be found here 
are comparatively unknown. 

Tampa, Hillsboro county, Fla., is situated on Hillsboro Bay, 
a branch of Tampa Bay, and is a place of some importance. 

Manatee, Manatee county, Fla., on river of same name, some 
miles south of Tampa Bay, is fast coming into prominence. 
Many Northerners of means have purchased lands in this section, 
and taken up their residences here. 

Charlotte Harbor, abody of water 25 miles long, and from 8 to 
10 miles wide, is the fisherman's paradise. The tourist or sports- 
man will be well repaid by a visit to this tropical clime, which can 
be easilv reached by steamers from Cedar Keys. 

Key West, Monroe county, Fla,; is situated on island of same 
name; telegraph office. Population 3,000, a large number of 
which are Cuban refugees, engaged largely in the manufacture of 
cigars. There is also a manufactory for canning pine apples, 
which grow to perfection on this and adjacent islands. The climate 
is mild and agreeable. The hotel accommodations are very good. 
This place is much frequented by invalids. Connection with 
Cedar Keys is made by steamers semi-weekly. 

ST. JOHN'S RIVER. !< ■ 

This magnificent and capacious body of water, characterized 
for its waywardness by the Indians as "Il-la-ka," meaning that 
"it had its own way," flows through East Florida, almost due 
northward, for 400 miles, until Jacksonville is reached. It then 



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JTJST OPENED, 



—WITH— 



25 New Rooms and New Furniture, 

, FALATKA, FLA. 

Gaests will find evervthing; for their comfort and convenience. 



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FEE BAT. 



LiRSE REDUCTION BY THE WEEK OR MONTH. 



A. SHALLY, Proprietor. 



S. J. KEMIULY, Jr., 



^^OETVT I^OR 




BROCK'S LINE OF ST. JOHN'S RIVER STEAMERS, 

FLORENCE, DAYID CLARK, and HATTIE, 
And Ocklawaha River Steamer, TUSKA WILLI, 

CARKYINa UNITED STATES MAIL FOR 

Silyer SBrinp aM all LanJlngs on the OcMaw alia Riyer, 

OrnCE No. 1 PARKHCRST BLOCK, 

PALATKA, FI.A. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 55 

runs directly east into the Atlantic Ocean. It seems to be formed 
by the numerous small streams from the unexplored region of the 
Everglades, though its real source is unknown. There are but a 
few streams in the world that present a more tropical appearance 
along their whole course — we find orange groves, bitter and sweet, 
dipping their gold- dappled boughs into its tepid waters. On its 
brink, rises the stately magnolia in all its pride, steeping the 
atmosphere in its rich perfume. The waters of this noble 
stream are of a dark blue, and slightly brackish in taste, as far up 
as Lake George, 

The banks of the St. John's are the principal attraction to in- 
valids in search of pleasant surroundings. Thousands of visitors 
are scattered among its towns and villages every winter, while 
some few bring camp equipages and pitch their tents in the 
picturesque forests. 

POINTS OF INTEREST ON RIVER. 

The means of access to all points on river are easy and comfort- 
able. One of the Brock & Coxetter's line of steamers leaves 
Jacksonville daily, except Sunday, on arrival of the Northern 
trains, for all landings on the St. Johns River. 

Mulberry Grove, on the west bank of the river, 12 miles from 
Jacksonville, is the first landing. There is a beautiful grove here, 
a veiy pleasant resort for picnic parties. 

Mandarin, Duval county, Fla.; 15 miles from Jacksonville, on 
the east bank ; post office. Population 250. A convent has been 
recently established here by the bishop of Florida, and is now in- 
habited by the Sisters of Mercy. Mrs. Harriet Beecher Stowe 
resides here ; she has a pleasant cottage surrounded by 40 acres of 
land, several of which are planted with orange trees. 

This was once the scene of a dreadful massacre by the Seminole 
Indians. Just beyond this place can be seen the wreck of the 
Federal transport "Maple Leaf," destroyed by a torpedo during 
the war. 

Hiberuia, Clay county, Fla. ; 23 miles from Jacksonville, on the 
west bank ; post office. A pleasant and convenient resort for 
invalids. Boarding house ; Mrs. Fleming, proprietress. 

Magnolia, Clay county, Fla.; 28 miles from Jacksonville, on 
west bank ; post office. This is one of the most pleasant places 
on the river ; having fine hotel accommodations, it is much fre- 
quented by Northerners. Near this place, to the northward, is 



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VARIETY OF FROITS SUITED TO THE CLIMATE. 



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SELECT VARIETY OF THE ORANGE. 

Foreign Varieties Budded on Sweet Stocks ; 

ALSO, 

SELECT VARIETIES FROM THE FLORIDA ORANGE, 

AS GROWN AT LARGE IN FLOEIDA — YEEY CHOICE. 
We make a specialty to furnish 

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Trees of our varieties, as we will designate, will fruit at two 
years. 

IjJEIIOWS, 8ICIJLY AWU> JFMJEWCM. 

The BIJOO, New, yery Fine aiii Smootli. Tlie Finest Known. 

Send for Price List. 

Address, 

A. J. BEACH & SON, 

I*iilatlca, Fla. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 57 

Black Creek, which is navigable for small steamers as far as 
Middlebiirg. A pleasant walk of one mile brings yoa to 

Green Cove Springs, Clay county, Fla.; bO miles from Jackson- 
ville, on west bank ; post office. The principal attraction here is 
the fine spring, from which the place derives its name. The 
waters of this spring are strongly impregnated with sulphur, and 
have a temperature of about 75 degrees, well adapted for rheuma- 
tism and dyspepsia. The bathing facilities are well arranged. 

This place boasts of two fine hotels and a number of boarding 
houses. 

Hog-arth's Wharf St. John's county, Fla.; 35 miles from- 
Jacksonville, on east bank ; post office ; wood landing. 

Picolaia, St. John's county, Fla.; 40 miles from Jacksonville, 
on east bank ; post office. This is the site of an ancient Spanish 
city, with a fine church and monasteries, erected two centuries 
ago by Franciscan friars ; all that remains at this historical point 
now is a cabin and field grown up with weeds. This was formerly 
the landing for St. Augustine, having been used as such until the 
completion of the St. John's Railroad. Opposite Picolata are the 
remains of Fort Poppa, erected during the Spanish era. 

Tocoi, St. John's county, Fla.; 49 miles from Jacksonville, on 
the east bank ; post office. Here connection is made by the St. 
John's Railroad with St. Augustine, distant 14 miles. This road 
has been rebuilt with iron rails, and the run is made in 35 minutes,, 
twice per day, each way. 

Federal Point, Putnam county, Fla. ; 58 miles from Jackson- 
ville, on the east bank of the river ; post office ; wood landing. 

Orange Mills, Putnam county, Fla. ; 63 miles from Jacksonville,, 
on the east bank ; post office. A beautiful orange grove here. 

Dancey's Landing, l mile further south, has one of the oldest 
orange groves on the river, the fruit from which is always sought 
after. 

Falatka, Putnam county, Fla.; 75 miles from Jacksonville, on 
the west bank of the river ; post and telegraph offices. Situated 
at the head of navigation for ocean steamers ; this is the most 
prominent place south of Jacksonville. Population 1,500. The 
adjacent country is characterized by a richness of vegetation and 
mildness of climate. The streets of Palatka are shaded with the 
wild orange, some of which are in full fruit and flower at the same- 
time, giving a beautiful appearance to the town. 

At this point passengers take steamers for the Ocklawaha River^ 



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whicli empties into the St. John's 25 miles south of here. No 
visitors to Florida should fail to make a trip up this celebrated 
river. 

Two first-class hotels in Palatka furnish ample .accommodations 
for all visitors. At Heiss's "old curiosity store " and news depot 
will be found many things interesting to the tourist. On the op- 
posite side of the river lies the beautiful orange grove owned by 
Colonel Hart, the largest on the river, containing over 700 trees, 
which jdeld an annual income of from $12,000 to $15,000. 

San Matteo, Putnam county, Fla. ; 80 miles from Jacksonville,, 
on east bank of river ; post office. 

Welaka, Putnam county, Fla.; 100 miles from Jacksonville, on 
east bank of river, opposite the mouth of the Ocklawaha ; post 
office. The site of an old Indian and Spanish settlement. 

Beecher, Mount Royal, and Georgetown, all in Putnam county,, 
on east bank of river, 101, 108, and 133 miles distant from Jack- 
sonville respectively. Post office at Georgetown. 

Lake Gfeorg'e. Above Welaka the river widens into Little Lake, 
George, 7 miles long and 3 to -1 miles wide : south of this, 107 
miles from Jacksonville is Lake George. This beautiful sheet of 
water is about 18 miles in length and 10 miles in width. Thia 
lake has a number of islands in it ; the largest, called Rem- 
brandt, is- 1,700 acres in extent, and has on it a splendid orange 
grove, and numerous vestiges of original settlers. The lake is well 
stocked with fish and water fowls of every description. Ap- 
proaching the southern shore, clothed in eternal verdure, the 
mouth of the river is scarcely distinguishable on account of its 
diminished width and the blending of forest and stream. Near 
the mouth the water is very shallow, not exceeding five feet in 
depth. 

Volusia, Volusia county, Fla.; 144 miles from Jacksonville, on 
east bank of river ; post office. This is also the site of an ancient 
Spanish settlement, no vestige of which remains. An immense 
land grant was afterwards obtained here from the Spanish govern- 
ment by Mr. Dennison Rolles, an English merchant of wealth, 
who erected a beautiful mansion and established a home for the 
unfortunate women from the streets of London, with a view to 
their reformation. Numerous disasters befell the colony, and it 
was finally broken up. 

Orange Biuff, Volusia county, Fla.; 147 miles from Jackson- 
ville, on east bank of river ; wood landing. South of this point,. 



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MAGNOLIA HOTEL, 




ST. AUGUSTINE, FLA. 

W. W. PALMER, Proprietor. 

This favorite house will open for the approaching winter 
season November 1st, 

The "Magnolia" is located on St. George Street— the Fifth 
Avenue of St. Augustine. It stands upon the highest ground in 
the city, and commands a fine view of the ocean. 

Single rooms and apartments en suite. 

The cuisine is in every respect unexceptional. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 61 

on east of river, is Lake Dexter, around which are many fine 
plantations. 

Hawkinsville, Orange county, Fla.; 174 miles from Jackson- 
ville, on west bank of river; post offic3. At this place can be^ 
seen a large banana grove. 

Cabbage Bluff, Yolusia county, Fla.; 175 miles from Jackson-- 
ville, on east bank of river ; post office ; wood landing. 

Blue Spring's, Yolusia county, Fla.; 180 miles from Jackson- 
ville, on east bank of river ; post oflice. Near this landing is one 
of the largest springs in the State, forming a basin a quarter of a 
mile in length, about 1 00 feet wide, and 20 feet deep. The water 
boils from a bottom of 80 feet, is clear as crystal, and of a sul- 
phurous smell. Shoals of fish can be seen in the stream flitting 
here and there seeking their livelihood. Tly.s is a favorite resort- 
for marooning parties, the hunting being very fine in the vicinity. 

Sanford, Orange county, Fla.; 204 miles from Jacksonville; 
post oflice ; situated on the west bank of Lake Monroe (which is 
second in size on the river, being about 12 miles long and 5 miles 
wide). Sanford has excellent hotel accommodations, and is mucb 
frequented by invalids aud others. 

Mellonville, only one mile south of Sanford, is located on the 
site of Fort Mellon, erected during the Indian war. This is one of 
the most important landings on the river ; it is surrounded by a 
very fertile country, and is being rapidly settled up by an intelli- 
gent class of people. Lakes Apopka, Harris, Eustis, Griifin, etc.y 
in the interior, furnish all amusement desired by the sportsman. 

Enterprise, Volusia county, Fla.; is situated directly opposite 
Mellonville, on the east bank of Lake Monroe ; post office. An 
excellent hotel here contains all conveniences for 100 guests. One 
mile from the hotel is the Green Sulphur Spring, the waters of 
which are of a delicate green color, at times transparent ; the 
spring is about 100 feet in depth, and is well worth visiting. 
Horses and boats are furnished here for hunting and fishing ex- 
peditions to the Indian river country and Lakes Jesup and Harney. 
The run to Lake Harney and back can be made in a day. The 
waters of these lakes are very shallow, not exceeding three feet 
in depth. 

Indian River, the sportsman's paradise, can be reached by boat 
from St. Augustine ; by overland conveyances from Volusia and 
Enterprise, or by steamer from Jacksonville to Salt Lake, thence 
by stage (six miles) to Sand Point, where comfortable quarters 
can be obtained. 6 



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UNDER THE ST. AUGUSTINE HOTEL, 

ST. ^UaUSTHsTE, FL,^. 

A FULL LINE OF 

lif I¥E JIWEIII t Fl 

CONSISTING OF 

SHELLS, FEATHEUS, ALLIGATORS' TEETH, SEA BEANS, 

OIlAWGE/,AND OTHEE CANES, ETC. 
TEETH and BEANS MOUNTED to ORDER on the PREMISES. 

EEPAIPvlNG IINE WATCHES AND JEWELRY A SPECIALTY. 

EEMEMBER TO CALL AT 

P=L0I_iXj:BST02sr"S 

Unfler the ST. AU&USTINE HOTEL, ST. AU&USTINE, FLA, 




CAPT. H. A. aKAY. 

PALATKA TO SILVER SPRING, 

AND ALL LANDINGS ON THE 

OCKLAW^AHA RIVER. 

Leaving Palatka Monday and Tliursday Evenings. 

This Steamer has been favorably noticed in SCRIBNER'S 
MONTHLY. 

«. H. itOGEKS & CO., Agents, Palatka, Fla. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA. 63 

Oeklawaha River. This most singular stream, flowing into tlie 
St. John's, opposite Welaka, was not fully explored until the year 
1867. For over 150 miles it runs parallel with the St. John's from 
Lake Apopka, which is its source, through Lakes Eustis, Griffin, 
etc. , and scarcely a house is to be seen along its entire course ; but 
now and then a landing with its rich freights of cotton, sugar, 
oranges, etc., the products of the fertile counties of Putnam and 
Marion. On account of the narrowness of the stream and the 
dense foliage on the banks, its navigation is somewhat difficult. 

No visitor to Florida should fail to visit Silver Spring, which 
rises suddenly from the ground, and after running nine miles 
through Silver Kun, empties into the Ocklaw^aha, one hundred 
miles from its mouth. This spring is one of the wonders of this 
tropical clime ; its waters are seventy-five feet or more in depth, 
and so transparent that the glistening sand on the bottom looks, 
as if but a few inches beneath the surface. 

The principal landings on the Oeklawaha are Fort Brooks,- 
distant from the St. John's 35 miles ; lola 50, Eureka 60, Sandy 
Bluif 68, Palmetto Landing 78, Gores 83, Durisoe 89, Graham 9+, 
Delk's Blufe 100, Silver Spring 109, Sharp's Ferry 114, Moss Biuff 
140, Starks 155, Lake Griffin 160, Leesburg 170. 

St. Augustine, St. John's county, Fla. , by far the most ancient 
town in North America, is situated on a peninsular formed by the 
St. Sebastian and Matanzas Rivers, with a population of two thou- 
sand persons ; excellent hotel accommodations, numerous churches, 
etc. This is a delightful winter resort. The streets are very narrow, 
the houses, with hanging balconies, almost touching each other 
across them. 

Near the centre of the city is the "Plaza de la Constitution," 
a fine square, on w^hicli is located the principal pubic buikliags, . 
notably among w^hich is the Catholic Cathedral. This building 
was commenced in 1798; it has a unique belfry containing four 
chime bells in separate niches, which are rung every morning; one 
of them is marked 1682. The fioors are concrete. The building 
contains several fine old Spanish paintings. Altogether, it is one 
of the most interesting objects in the city. 

A monument in the Plaza, eighteen feet high, was erected in 
1812 lo commemorate the Spanish Liberal Constitution. Ther 
monument bears the following inscription : 

'•''Plaza de la Constitudon, promulgado en esta cindad de San 
Augustine, de la Florida oriental, en 11 de Octubre, de 1812. Si^ 



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No sudden changes. No dampness. No 
liuniidily. The Gulf breeze, robbed of all 
saline or irritating properties by its passage 
inland. Society good. Male and female 
colleges. Four churches— Methodist, Pres- 
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endo Governador el Brigadier D. Sebastian Kindalan, Cahallero 
de la orden de San Diego. 

PARA ETERNO MEMORIA, 

El ayuntamiento Gonstitudonal Erigio este Oheliseo dirigido por 
J). Fernando de la Maza Arredondo, el joven Begidor Decano Y 
Francisco Bobira, Procurador Sindieo" 

TRANSLATION. 

Plaza of the Constitution, promulgated in the city of St. Au- 
gustine, East Florida, on the 17th day of October, the year 1812. 
Being then Governor the Brigadier D. Sebastian Kindalan, Knight 
of the order of San Diego. 

FOR ETERNAL REMEMBRANCE, 

the Constitutional City Council erected this monument under the 
supervision of D. Fernando de la Maza Arredohdo, the young 
municipal officer, oldest member of the corporation, and Francisco 
Robira, Attorney and Recorder. 

The Palace, the residence of the Spanish Governor, is now used 
as the post office and United States Court. The United States 
Barracks, now occupied by troops, was formerly a Spanish 
monastery. 

The Old Huguenot Cemetery and the military burying ground 
are interesting places. In the latter are three pyramids, built of 
coquina, and stuccoed whitewashed, under which lie the remains 
of Major Dade and 107 men, who were massacred by Osceola. 

The Sea Wall, a mile in length, was erected in 1837-43 out of 
coquina, with a coping of granite. It protects the entire east 
front of the city from the encroachments of the river, and affords 
a delightful promenade. 

Fort Marion. This old Spanish fort was formerly called " San 
Juan de Pinos,'" and afterwards changed to "San Marco." At 
the change of flags in 1821, it received the name of Fort Marion 
which it now bears. It was begun in 1620, and completed in 
1756. The material used in its construction is almost entirely co- 
quina, a concretion of fragments of shell quarried on Anastasia 
Island, opposite the city. The labor on it was performed princi- 
pally by Appalachean Indians, who alone were forced to work on 
it for sixty years. CoDscripts from Mexico also contributed to the 
work. It is one of the strongest fortifications in this country, re- 
quiring an armament of 100 guns and one thousand men as a 



66 GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEORGIA AND ILOKIDA. 

ORANGE COUNTY. 

» « * 

THE SANFORD GRANT. 



This Grant, of near twenty-five square miles on the south side of 
Lake Monroe (upper St, John's River), is situated beyond the line 
of injurious frosts, and 

comiis mi OF leE ceoicest im 

FOB 

ORANGES, LEMONS, PINEAPPLES, Etc., 

for Sale, at Moderate Prices and Terms, in Lots to Suit Purchasers. 

Over one hundred Groves, in various stages of development on 
the Grant, demonstrate the rapid returns and enormous profits 
from this culture. 

In addition to settlements from Wisconsin and Ohio, there is a 
flourishing Swedes Colony on the Grant which supplies reliable 
labor. Swedes will undertake to clear land, plant and care for 
Orange Groves on contract. 

Hotels, Boarding Houses, Stores, Saw Mills, Newspaper, Post 
Offices, besides Churches and Schoolhouses, on or near the Grant, 
afford all needful facilities to settlers and their families. 

TwFLVE Steamers a Week Between Sanfobd and Jacksonville. 

Great Opening for Trades, Stores, and Live Men 
IN THIS Growing Town. 

Apply to 

T. PEARSON, Gen'l Agent, 

SANFORD, FLA. 



GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEOEGIA AND FLORIDA. 67 

garrison, iriias never been taken by a besieging enemy. It is in 
all respects a castle, built after the plan of those in the middle ages 
of Europe. In modern military parlance, it Is known as a four 
bastioned fort. 

The inscription over the gate, or sally port, of the fort, is as 
follows : 

'■'■ Renando En Espana Senr Don Ferncmdo Sexto T Siendo 
Gov Y Gapn Gendefs G N Avcdelaf T 8 V prov, Elmairscal 
Be Gampo D N Alonso Frnzdie Ridiase condavioestecs. To LI 
oelan 0. D. 1756, Diriendo Las rohrel Gapynkro, D. N. Pedro De 
Brazas Y Garay.'' 

TRANSLATION. 

Don Ferdinand the VI, being King of Spain, and the Field 
Marshall Don Alonzo Fernando Hereda being Governor and Cap- 
tain General of this place, St. Augustine of Florida, and its 
province. This fort was finished in the year 1756. The works 
were directed by the Captain Engineer, Don Pedro de Brazas Y". 
Garay. 

St Augustine is reached by steamers from Jacksonville to Tocoi, 
thence via St. John's Eailroad, the whole forming a pleasant ride 
of about five hours. 

A number of first-class " hotels and private boarding houses 
furnish all necessary accommodations to visitors. 

Visitors to St. Augustine, in search of real estate had better 
consult A. J. Goss, Real Estate Agent. 

THE LAKE COUNTRY OF FLORIDA. 

The country lying in and around the "Ocklawaha Lakes," at 
they are termed, is known as the Lake Region of Florida. About 
midway the Peninsula, equidistant from gulf and ocean, these 
lakes are clustered together, having a water connection, afibrding a 
highway between them -Harris, Eustis, Grifiin, Dora, Beauclair, 
and Apopka. Through and from these lakes the Ocklawaha river 
flows to the Atlantic^ and at high-water season, the water flows as 
well westward through the Withlacoochee river to the Gulf. Thus 
it is demonstrated that the region is upon the backbone of the 
Peninsula, the great water shed, and, per consequence, one of the 
most elevated sections of the State. The shores to the lakes are 
bold and prominent, for the most part ; in some cases bluffs forty 
to fifty feet precipitous from the water. Around the lake margins, 



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PMYATE BOARD, 

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ENTERPRISE, FLA. 



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This House is situated within two hundred yards of the 

FAMOUS SULPHUR AND SALT SPRINGS, 

one mile above the well-known Brook House, and offers the best 
Tiew on the lake. The House has been renovated and refitted, 
and is without doubt one of the most pleasant locations on the St. 
John's. Teams can be had at the wharf to carry passengers to 
the House, where they will find everything clean and comfortable, 
at the lowest possible rates. 

WILLIAM S. THAYER, Proprietor. 

PALATKA AND SILVER SPRINGS 

>EW AND ELEGAM IT. S MAIL STEAMER, 

TUSKAWILLA, 

C. D. TAYLOR, Master, 

WILL LEAVE 

Palaib evefy Tuesday and Friday Morning at 9 o'cioi 

RETURNING, WILL LEAVE 

Silver Springs every Wednesday and Saturday Morning at 9 o'clock' 

Connecting at Silver Springs with, Stage for Ocala and Leesburg. 

S. J. BAUKNIGHT, Proprietor, 

Jacksojiville, Fla> 



GUIDE TO SOUTHEEN GEORGIA AND FLOKIDA. 69 

of a width varying from one fourth to three miles, the soil is 
heavily timbered hammock, exceedingly fertile, and interspersed 
with magnificent groves of the wild orange. The lakes are free 
from grasses and bonnets, of clear, pure water, varying in size 
from Lake Harris, which is eighteen miles long by a width of from 
three to six miles, to Lake Beauclair, which is from one to two 
miles in width. The country back of the hammock margins is 
a high, rolling pine land, interspersed with innumerable little 
crystal lakes. 

This region is eminently attractive to the immigrant, and is 
beyond doubt as well adapted to the production of fruits and 
vegetables as any section of the State. The soil is fertile, respond- 
ing generously to the cultivator. 

The peculiar location in and aroimd such a cluster of lakes 
renders it as free from frost as any section of the State north of 
Charlotte Harbor. The southern shores of these lakes, having 
the protection of water exposure on the north, are simply frost 
proof, as settlers of twenty years' residence can testify. It is, 
from its elevated situation, free from malarial influences, and is 
healthy and delightful as a residence, winter and summer. 

Constant breezes during the summer months, with the showers 
of the rain season, make a delightful temperature. The climate is 
simply charming. The aspec; of the country is picturesque and 
beautiful, and never fails to elicit enthusiastic praise from the cul- 
tivated lover of nature. 

This section is being settled up by as fine a class of people as 
the United States can produce — a high-toned, cultivated Christian 
people. The number of villages in and around the lakes, -attest 
the rapid influx of settlers — Yalaha, Leesburg, Okahumpka, Fort 
Marion, Clifford, etc. Shores which two years ago were in a 
primitive state, now are studded with cottages and fruit farms, 
and industry and thrift everywhere prevail. 

This section depended for its outlet to market upon the Ockla- 
waha River, but it has now grown too big for the Ocklawaha. A 
quicker and more commodious transit is demanded, and this will be 
given by the St. John's, Lake Eustis and Gulf Railroad. This 
road is now being rapidly pushed forward to completion. From the 
lakes to Jacksonville, over this road, only twelve hours is con- 
sumed, and with such an outlet to the great markets of the North 
there is but little doubt that this attractive region will become the 
fruit land and market garden, facile princeps, of Florida. 



70 GUIDE TO SOUTHERN GEOEGIA AND FLORIDA. 




COR. BRYAN AND BARNARD STREETS, 

SAVANNAH, GA. 

Board, with Room, $2 per Day. 

Telegraph Office, Post Office, Reading Room, Billiards, Ba^ber Sfiop. 

HOUSE CENTRALLY LOCATED. 

Conveyances always ready at railroads and steamers, and the 
Proprietor always at his post, ready and anxious to serve his 
guests. 

ST.lUGOSimilllDMIGIIOLIIIiOniS 



WITH CAREFUL DRIVEES. 

OMNIBDSSES, PHOTONS, AND BAfiSAGE WAGONS, 

AT DEPOT TO 

MEET ALL TRAINS. 

ALL ORDERS LEFT AT ABOVE-NAMED HOTELS, 

OR AT 

Dr. T. A. PAOETTI'S DRUG STOEE, 
WILL MEET WITH PROMPT ATTENTION. 



IRWIN BROS., Proprietors. 



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This magnificent Hotel, furnished with all the conveniences of 
comfort and luxuries of elegance, beautifully situated on Lake 
Monroe, opposite Enterprise, was thrown open to the public for 
the first time in Januarj^, 1870. 

Although the season was far advanced when its elaborate ap- 
pointments were complete, it was largely patronized by visitors 
to Florida. Every guest at the Sanford House, however far 
from his own domicile, enjoys all the comforts of a home, and 
has at his command large airy apartments, each supplied with 
that important aid in illness, the Electric Annunciator. 

The Tonsorial Department is perfect in all its arranger lents. 

A Bowling Alley and Billiard Parlor has been provided by the 
liberal proprietor. Within the past few months extensive Bath- 
ing Rooms have been erected upon the premises over the un- 
equaled Sulphur Springs, which are more highly charged with' 
sulphuretted hydrogen gas than any others in the State, and are 
therefore especially beneficial in Neuralgia, Rheumatism Gout,, 
and other kindred diseases. 

Ten steamers ply between Sanford and Jacksonville weekly. 

FRESH MILK AND VEGETABLES TWICE DAILY FROM 
SANFORD'S PLANTATION. 

For terms, address 



J. B. WISTAR, Manager, 



SA-NFOBD, FUA.^ 



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This popular hotel, located on onebf the principal thorough- 
fares, immediately on the line of the street railroad, still maintains 
its established reputation as an agreeable and attractive resort for 
the traveler or permanent guest. It is the only edifice in the city 
originally erected entirely for hotel purposes, is constructed in 
modern style, and contains the most recent improvements, two 
spacious dining halls, used as a gentlemen's and ladies' ordinary, 
respectively. The sleeping apartments are well arranged and 
ventilated — single or en suite. They are furnished in a superior 
manner with a view to taste and comfort. Along the whole front 
of the building extends a beautiful. veranda, affording a fine view 
of the promenade. 

Every department of the establishment is managed by the most 
skilled and competent hands, and it is confessed to be, by thous- 
ands of the eliU of the country whose patronage it has received^ 
excelled by none in the South. 

All the usual necessaries and comforts are here to be found, and, 
in accordance with the times, the price of board has been reduced 
to three dollars per day. 

Patronage solicited and satisfaction guaranteed. 



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This house is a new one, and newly furnished throughout, and 
will accommodate about forty guests. Is situated on Charlotte 
Street, two doors from the corner of Treasury Street, and one 
block from the "Plaza." 

A very pleasant location, and well fitted for the comfort of 
visitors. 

Persons desiring to find a comfortable home to spend tlie winter 
in ST. AUGUSTINE will find it with the congeniel, warm-hearted 
hostess, MRS. J. Y. HERNANDEZ, who for the past nine years 
has given entire satisfaction. 



Curios 




ON HAND, A GOOD ASSORTMENT OF 

SEA BEANS, ALLIGATOR TEETH, 

FEATHER FLOWERS, 
Bird Plumes, Palmetto Work, and Stationery. 

Special Attention given to Native Jewelrt. 

ST. GEORGE STREET, ST. AUGUSTINE, FLA. 

Only Agent for HOYT'S STUFFED BIRDS m town. 

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Palatka, East Fla. 



Rales, im p Daf, $10 lo $15 per 



P. & H. PETERMANN, Proprietors. 



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Teams can be had by applying to the above to all Points on the 
Indian and Halifax Rivers, making connections with all Steamers 
arriving and departing. 



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RECEIVING, FORWARDING 



AND 



Commission Merchant. 

AGENT FOR 

BROCK'S LINE ST. JOHN'S RIYER AND CRES- 
CENT CITY STEAMERS, 

FLOREMCE, DAVID CLARK, AMD HATTIE, 
Fire, Life, and Accident Insurance, 

AND 

SOUTHERN EXPRESS COMPANY. 

t_^=i DEALER IN <=^^ 

HAY, COEN, OATS and FEED, 

LIME, PLASTER, CEMENT, HAIR, BRICK. 



AND BUILDERS' MATERIAL IN GENERAL. 

HUDOUimRUORriORIDlO 

Packed and shipped to any point in the Uniied States (from 
November until May) by the quickest route and lowest rates of 
freight and express. Oranges, not from any one grove, but the 
best selected fruit from many groves, gathered and packed by 
experienced employees. 

' Reid's Brick Store and Warehouse, 

FJl^I^^TJSLJS.^ FLA. 



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THE OLD RELIABLE TICKET OFFICE 

STILL AT SAME PLACE, 

Corner Bull and Bryan Streets, 

UNDER THE PULASKI HOUSE. 
LOOIC FOR 

G-eneral Mailroad Tietet OMee. 



LEVI J. GAZAN, Special Agent 

Constantly on hand a general assortment of SEGAES and 
SMOKERS' ARTICLES. IMPORTED SEGARS a specialty. 

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P. LINDERSTRUTH, 

No. 2 JEPPEESON ST., SAVANITAH, GA. 



y\SK FOF[ TICKETS TO FLORIDjl 



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Therel^Y avoiding the dangers of coast navigation, and tlie fre- 
quent detentions whioli steamer lines meet with at St. John's 
Kiv^er Bar. 

Tliis is the only comfortable route for invalids. 

Tickets on sale at all Railroad Offices and by Steamship Lines 
from Boston, New York, and Baltimore. 

After November 2Hth, a Fast Day Train will also run between 
Savannah and Jacksonville. 

For further information apply to 

G. D. OWENS, General Agent, 

315 Broadway, Neto York. 

R. R. BR EN, Special Ticket Agent, 

22 Bull Street, Savannah. 

J. H. GRIFFIN, Passenger Agent, 

Sanannafi. 



G. S. HAINES, Gen'l Ticket Agent. 

Savannah. 



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